Moss Point, MS vs Waynesboro, MS

Waynesboro is moderately more affordable than Moss Point, with a 13.6% lower cost of living index. Moss Point scores 72 compared to 63 for Waynesboro, 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 $810/month in Waynesboro — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waynesboro is more affordable at $84,400 median vs $107,700.

Median household income in Moss Point is $46,684 compared to $30,910 in Waynesboro (+51%). While Moss 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 Moss Point spend roughly 26.8% of their income on rent, less than the 31.4% in Waynesboro. The Moss Point ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (67.8°F vs 66.5°F). Moss Point receives more rainfall at 61.7" per year compared to 58.9" in Waynesboro.