Question 1

Is Meridian, MS or Southaven, MS cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Meridian, MS is cheaper. The median home price in Meridian, MS is approximately $103,200 and in Southaven, MS it is approximately $157,400 — a difference of $54,200.

Question 2

Is Meridian, MS or Southaven, MS safer?

Accepted Answer

Southaven, MS scores higher on safety. Meridian, MS has violent crime rated High and property crime rated Moderate. Southaven, MS has violent crime rated Moderate and property crime rated Moderate.

Question 3

Is Meridian, MS or Southaven, MS more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Southaven, MS is more walkable. Meridian, MS has a Walk Score of 3/100 and Southaven, MS has a Walk Score of 14/100.

Question 4

Should I live in Meridian, MS or Southaven, MS?

Accepted Answer

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

Category	Meridian, MS	Southaven, MS
Housing
Verdict	Think twice	Think twice
Median Price	$103K ✓ Lower price	$157K
Median Rent	$860 ✓ Lower rent	$1K
Median Income	$41K	$59K ✓ Higher income
Price Volatility	Moderate	Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score	3/100	14/100 ✓ More walkable
Transit Score	Minimal transit	1/100 ✓ Better transit
Bike Score	N/A	1/100 ✓ More bikeable
Commute	N/A	N/A
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	F	D+ ✓ Safer
Violent Crime	High	Moderate ✓ Lower risk
Property Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Moderate	Moderate
Community
Schools	N/A	N/A
Best for	Budget buyers looking for low property costsRenters who need a cheap place to liveSingle professionals willing to commute	First‑time home buyers on a budgetBudget‑conscious familiesCommuters who can drive to Memphis

Meridian, MS vs Southaven, MS

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