New Albany, MS vs Pascagoula, MS

Pascagoula is moderately more affordable than New Albany, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. New Albany scores 73 compared to 69 for Pascagoula, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of New Albany can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in New Albany is $956/month compared to $896/month in Pascagoula — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pascagoula is more affordable at $132,500 median vs $150,000.

Median household income in New Albany is $46,276 compared to $43,286 in Pascagoula (+6.9%). While New Albany is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of New Albany spend roughly 24.8% of their income on rent, less than the 24.8% in Pascagoula.

Climate-wise, Pascagoula is notably warmer with an average of 67.8°F compared to 63.6°F in New Albany. Pascagoula receives more rainfall at 61.7" per year compared to 57.7" in New Albany.