Magee, MS vs West Point, MS

Magee, MS and West Point, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Magee scores 64 while West Point scores 62 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Magee is $740/month compared to $678/month in West Point — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: West Point is more affordable at $119,300 median vs $122,700.

Median household income in Magee is $43,250 compared to $35,055 in West Point (+23.4%). While Magee is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Magee spend roughly 20.5% of their income on rent, less than the 23.2% in West Point.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (65.4°F vs 63.6°F). West Point receives more rainfall at 57.7" per year compared to 57.3" in Magee.