What are the schools like in Mantachie, MS?

Mantachie is served primarily by Itawamba County. The district operates 3 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Mantachie?

The median household income in Mantachie, MS is $71,331 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.

What is the weather like in Mantachie, MS?

Mantachie has an average high temperature of 50.9°F in January and 89.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Mantachie, MS affordable or expensive?

Mantachie's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mantachie is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $126,600 and the median rent is $879 per month.

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

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

Is Mantachie, MS a Good Place to Live?

Mantachie is a small town of 1,803 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $71,331 and a 3.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Mantachie is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Mantachie 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: 90.9

Mantachie's overall cost of living index is 90.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mantachie costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mantachie, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$126,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$879	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,331	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Mantachie is served primarily by Itawamba County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mantachie, MS	National Avg
School District	Itawamba County	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	81.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mantachie sees average highs of 50.9°F in January and 89.3°F in July, with 61.5 inches of annual precipitation and 1.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mantachie, MS
Average High — January	50.9°F
Average High — July	89.3°F
Annual Precipitation	61.5"
Annual Snowfall	1.6"

Demographics

Metric	Mantachie, MS	National Avg
Population	1,803	—
Median Age	37.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	83.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.1%	22.2%
65 and over	14.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Mooreville, MS 6 mi Fulton, MS 7 mi Kirkville, MS 8 mi Saltillo, MS 12 mi Plantersville, MS 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Mantachie

Mantachie, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

38855

Mantachie vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mantachie, MS affordable or expensive?

Mantachie's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mantachie roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $126,600 and median rent is $879/month.

What is the crime rate in Mantachie, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Mantachie?

Public schools in Mantachie are operated by Itawamba County. The district has 3 elementary, several middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 17.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mantachie, MS a good place to live?

Mantachie, MS has a population of 1,803, a median household income of $71,331, and an unemployment rate of 3.2%. 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 Mantachie?

Mantachie averages 50.9°F in January and 89.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 61.5 inches with about 1.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mantachie?

Mantachie, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 38855.

What is the population of Mantachie?

The population of Mantachie, Mississippi is 1,803 with a median age of 37.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mantachie?

Key numbers for living in Mantachie: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $126,600, median household income $71,331, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mantachie side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.