Macon, MS vs West Point, MS

Macon is moderately more affordable than West Point, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Macon scores 58 compared to 62 for West Point, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of West Point can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Macon is $620/month compared to $678/month in West Point — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Macon is more affordable at $98,200 median vs $119,300.

Median household income in Macon is $29,167 compared to $35,055 in West Point (-16.8%). While West Point is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Macon spend roughly 25.5% of their income on rent, more than the 23.2% in West Point.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64°F vs 63.6°F). Macon receives more rainfall at 60" per year compared to 57.7" in West Point.