What are the schools like in Hollandale, MS?

Hollandale is served primarily by Hollandale. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What is the median household income in Hollandale?

The median household income in Hollandale, MS is $40,556 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 15.6%.

What is the weather like in Hollandale, MS?

Hollandale has an average high temperature of 53.5°F in January and 91.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Hollandale, MS affordable or expensive?

Hollandale's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hollandale is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $83,200 and the median rent is $702 per month.

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

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

Is Hollandale, MS a Good Place to Live?

Hollandale is a small town of 2,371 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $40,556 and a 15.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

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

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

All Hollandale 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: 87.0

Hollandale's overall cost of living index is 87.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hollandale costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hollandale, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$83,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$702	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	57.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$40,556	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Hollandale is served primarily by Hollandale. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hollandale, MS	National Avg
School District	Hollandale	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	73.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hollandale sees average highs of 53.5°F in January and 91.4°F in July, with 56.3 inches of annual precipitation and 0.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hollandale, MS
Average High — January	53.5°F
Average High — July	91.4°F
Annual Precipitation	56.3"
Annual Snowfall	0.4"

Demographics

Metric	Hollandale, MS	National Avg
Population	2,371	—
Median Age	30.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	15.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	7.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	92.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	29.1%	22.2%
65 and over	15.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Arcola, MS 7 mi Panther Burn, MS 8 mi Delta City, MS 8 mi Nitta Yuma, MS 11 mi Grace, MS 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Hollandale

Hollandale, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

38748

Hollandale vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hollandale, MS affordable or expensive?

Hollandale's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hollandale roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $83,200 and median rent is $702/month.

What is the crime rate in Hollandale, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Hollandale?

Public schools in Hollandale are operated by Hollandale. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1. 18.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hollandale, MS a good place to live?

Hollandale, MS has a population of 2,371, a median household income of $40,556, and an unemployment rate of 15.6%. 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 Hollandale?

Hollandale averages 53.5°F in January and 91.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 56.3 inches with about 0.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hollandale?

Hollandale, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 38748.

What is the population of Hollandale?

The population of Hollandale, Mississippi is 2,371 with a median age of 30.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hollandale?

Key numbers for living in Hollandale: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $83,200, median household income $40,556, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hollandale side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.