Merigold, MS vs Terry, MS

Merigold is moderately more affordable than Terry, with a 6.6% lower cost of living index. Merigold scores 73 compared to 78 for Terry, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Terry can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Merigold is $1,083/month compared to $1,125/month in Terry — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Merigold is more affordable at $107,600 median vs $155,800.

Median household income in Merigold is $53,558 compared to $48,354 in Terry (+10.8%). Merigold offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Merigold spend roughly 24.3% of their income on rent, less than the 27.9% in Terry.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64°F vs 66°F). Terry receives more rainfall at 51.3" per year compared to 49" in Merigold.