Moss Point, MS vs Ripley, MS

Ripley is moderately more affordable than Moss Point, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Moss Point scores 72 compared to 64 for Ripley, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Moss Point can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Moss Point is $1,043/month compared to $683/month in Ripley — a 53% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ripley has cheaper rent, Moss Point actually has lower median home values ($107,700 vs $132,500).

Median household income in Moss Point is $46,684 compared to $56,641 in Ripley (-17.6%). Ripley offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Moss Point spend roughly 26.8% of their income on rent, more than the 14.5% in Ripley.

Climate-wise, Moss Point is notably warmer with an average of 67.8°F compared to 59.6°F in Ripley. Moss Point receives more rainfall at 61.7" per year compared to 55.5" in Ripley.