What are the schools like in Gluckstadt, MS?

School district data for Gluckstadt is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Gluckstadt?

The median household income in Gluckstadt, MS is $92,218 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.8%.

What is the weather like in Gluckstadt, MS?

Gluckstadt has an average high temperature of 56.0°F in January and 91.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Gluckstadt, MS affordable or expensive?

Gluckstadt's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gluckstadt is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $257,500 and the median rent is $2,217 per month.

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

Gluckstadt has a violent crime rate of 167.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 584.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Gluckstadt, MS a Good Place to Live?

Gluckstadt is a small town of 2,998 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $92,218 and a 7.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Gluckstadt stands out for an affordable cost of living, a well-educated population.

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

All Gluckstadt 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: 90.7

Gluckstadt's overall cost of living index is 90.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gluckstadt costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gluckstadt, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$257,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,217	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$92,218	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Gluckstadt's violent crime rate is 167.5 per 100,000 residents — 56% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

167.5 /100k

Property Crime

584.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	Gluckstadt, MS	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	64.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	99.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gluckstadt sees average highs of 56.0°F in January and 91.8°F in July, with 61.0 inches of annual precipitation and 0.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gluckstadt, MS
Average High — January	56.0°F
Average High — July	91.8°F
Annual Precipitation	61.0"
Annual Snowfall	0.5"

Demographics

Metric	Gluckstadt, MS	National Avg
Population	2,998	—
Median Age	32.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	48.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	41.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.8%	18.9%
Asian	7.8%	6.3%
Under 18	34.0%	22.2%
65 and over	4.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Madison, MS 5 mi Canton, MS 6 mi Ridgeland, MS 8 mi Flora, MS 12 mi Kearney Park, MS 13 mi

Gluckstadt vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gluckstadt, MS affordable or expensive?

Gluckstadt's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gluckstadt roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $257,500 and median rent is $2,217/month.

What is the crime rate in Gluckstadt, MS?

Gluckstadt's violent crime rate is 167.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 584.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Gluckstadt?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Gluckstadt, MS a good place to live?

Gluckstadt, MS has a population of 2,998, a median household income of $92,218, and an unemployment rate of 7.8%. 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 Gluckstadt?

Gluckstadt averages 56.0°F in January and 91.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 61.0 inches with about 0.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Gluckstadt?

The population of Gluckstadt, Mississippi is 2,998 with a median age of 32.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gluckstadt?

Key numbers for living in Gluckstadt: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $257,500, median household income $92,218, crime index 38 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gluckstadt side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.