What are the schools like in Belzoni, MS?

Belzoni is served primarily by MS Achievement SD Of Humphreys County. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.3:1.

What is the median household income in Belzoni?

The median household income in Belzoni, MS is $37,528 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.4%.

What is the weather like in Belzoni, MS?

Belzoni has an average high temperature of 52.7°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.1 inches.

Belzoni, MS Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Belzoni, MS affordable or expensive?

Belzoni's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Belzoni is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $81,000 and the median rent is $735 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Belzoni, MS?

Crime rate data for Belzoni is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Belzoni, MS a Good Place to Live?

Belzoni is a small town of 1,947 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $37,528 and a 13.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Belzoni stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Belzoni is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Belzoni city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.3

Belzoni's overall cost of living index is 87.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Belzoni costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Belzoni, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$81,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$735	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	60.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$37,528	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Belzoni is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Belzoni is served primarily by MS Achievement SD Of Humphreys County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Belzoni, MS	National Avg
School District	MS Achievement SD Of Humphreys County	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	24.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	76.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Belzoni sees average highs of 52.7°F in January and 90.2°F in July, with 57.3 inches of annual precipitation and 0.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Belzoni, MS
Average High — January	52.7°F
Average High — July	90.2°F
Annual Precipitation	57.3"
Annual Snowfall	0.1"

Demographics

Metric	Belzoni, MS	National Avg
Population	1,947	—
Median Age	36.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	13.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	84.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.7%	6.3%
Under 18	32.0%	22.2%
65 and over	16.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Silver City, MS 6 mi Isola, MS 8 mi Inverness, MS 13 mi Louise, MS 15 mi Tchula, MS 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Belzoni

Belzoni, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

39038

Belzoni vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Belzoni, MS affordable or expensive?

Belzoni's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Belzoni roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $81,000 and median rent is $735/month.

What is the crime rate in Belzoni, MS?

Crime data for Belzoni is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Belzoni?

Public schools in Belzoni are operated by MS Achievement SD Of Humphreys County. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.3:1. 24.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Belzoni, MS a good place to live?

Belzoni, MS has a population of 1,947, a median household income of $37,528, and an unemployment rate of 13.4%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Belzoni?

Belzoni averages 52.7°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 57.3 inches with about 0.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Belzoni?

Belzoni, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 39038.

What is the population of Belzoni?

The population of Belzoni, Mississippi is 1,947 with a median age of 36.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Belzoni?

Key numbers for living in Belzoni: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $81,000, median household income $37,528, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Belzoni side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.