What are the schools like in Leland, MS?

Leland is served primarily by Leland School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.7:1.

What is the median household income in Leland?

The median household income in Leland, MS is $45,645 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.4%.

What is the weather like in Leland, MS?

Leland has an average high temperature of 52.6°F in January and 92.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Leland, MS affordable or expensive?

Leland's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Leland is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $107,400 and the median rent is $681 per month.

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

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

Is Leland, MS a Good Place to Live?

Leland is a small town of 3,939 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $45,645 and a 6.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Leland 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 Leland is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Leland 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: 88.0

Leland's overall cost of living index is 88.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Leland costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Leland, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$107,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$681	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$45,645	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Leland is served primarily by Leland School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Leland, MS	National Avg
School District	Leland School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Leland sees average highs of 52.6°F in January and 92.1°F in July, with 56.1 inches of annual precipitation and 0.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Leland, MS
Average High — January	52.6°F
Average High — July	92.1°F
Annual Precipitation	56.1"
Annual Snowfall	0.4"

Demographics

Metric	Leland, MS	National Avg
Population	3,939	—
Median Age	37.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	27.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	67.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	21.6%	22.2%
65 and over	20.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Elizabeth, MS 2 mi Stoneville, MS 2 mi Metcalfe, MS 7 mi Arcola, MS 9 mi Greenville, MS 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Leland

Leland, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

38756

Leland vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leland, MS affordable or expensive?

Leland's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Leland roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $107,400 and median rent is $681/month.

What is the crime rate in Leland, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Leland?

Public schools in Leland are operated by Leland School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.7:1. 29.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Leland, MS a good place to live?

Leland, MS has a population of 3,939, a median household income of $45,645, and an unemployment rate of 6.4%. 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 Leland?

Leland averages 52.6°F in January and 92.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 56.1 inches with about 0.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Leland?

Leland, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 38756.

What is the population of Leland?

The population of Leland, Mississippi is 3,939 with a median age of 37.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Leland?

Key numbers for living in Leland: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $107,400, median household income $45,645, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Leland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.