Pontotoc, MS vs Union, MS

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Union is 26.5% cheaper than Pontotoc. With a cost index of 54 vs 69, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Union to Pontotoc should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Pontotoc is $830/month compared to $464/month in Union — a 79% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Union is more affordable at $105,600 median vs $144,300.

Median household income in Pontotoc is $50,230 compared to $42,791 in Union (+17.4%). The higher salaries in Pontotoc partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Pontotoc spend roughly 19.8% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Union.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.6°F vs 63.2°F). Union receives more rainfall at 58.2" per year compared to 57.7" in Pontotoc.