Polkville, MS vs Raymond, MS

Polkville is moderately more affordable than Raymond, with a 12.7% lower cost of living index. Polkville scores 60 compared to 69 for Raymond, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Raymond can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Polkville is $740/month compared to $689/month in Raymond — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Raymond has cheaper rent, Polkville actually has lower median home values ($80,300 vs $206,000).

Median household income in Polkville is $55,357 compared to $46,875 in Raymond (+18.1%). Polkville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Polkville spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, less than the 17.6% in Raymond.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (65.4°F vs 66°F). Polkville receives more rainfall at 57.3" per year compared to 51.3" in Raymond.