What are the schools like in Mathiston, MS?

Mathiston is served primarily by Webster County Schools. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.7:1.

What is the median household income in Mathiston?

The median household income in Mathiston, MS is $62,708 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.2%.

What is the weather like in Mathiston, MS?

Mathiston has an average high temperature of 52.8°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Mathiston, MS affordable or expensive?

Mathiston's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mathiston is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $116,900 and the median rent is $560 per month.

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

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

Is Mathiston, MS a Good Place to Live?

Mathiston is a small town of 807 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $62,708 and a 5.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

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

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

All Mathiston 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: 86.9

Mathiston's overall cost of living index is 86.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mathiston costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mathiston, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$116,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$560	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$62,708	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Mathiston is served primarily by Webster County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mathiston, MS	National Avg
School District	Webster County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	80.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mathiston sees average highs of 52.8°F in January and 90.2°F in July, with 58.7 inches of annual precipitation and 1.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mathiston, MS
Average High — January	52.8°F
Average High — July	90.2°F
Annual Precipitation	58.7"
Annual Snowfall	1.0"

Demographics

Metric	Mathiston, MS	National Avg
Population	807	—
Median Age	43.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	8.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.9%	18.9%
Asian	2.1%	6.3%
Under 18	21.6%	22.2%
65 and over	23.8%	16.8%

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ZIP Codes in Mathiston

Mathiston, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

39752

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mathiston, MS affordable or expensive?

Mathiston's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mathiston roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $116,900 and median rent is $560/month.

What is the crime rate in Mathiston, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Mathiston?

Public schools in Mathiston are operated by Webster County Schools. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.7:1. 23.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mathiston, MS a good place to live?

Mathiston, MS has a population of 807, a median household income of $62,708, and an unemployment rate of 5.2%. 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 Mathiston?

Mathiston averages 52.8°F in January and 90.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 58.7 inches with about 1.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mathiston?

Mathiston, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 39752.

What is the population of Mathiston?

The population of Mathiston, Mississippi is 807 with a median age of 43.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mathiston?

Key numbers for living in Mathiston: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $116,900, median household income $62,708, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mathiston side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.