What are the schools like in Pope, MS?

Pope is served primarily by South Panola School District. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.6:1.

What is the median household income in Pope?

The median household income in Pope, MS is $79,205 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.8%.

What is the weather like in Pope, MS?

Pope has an average high temperature of 51.8°F in January and 91.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Pope, MS affordable or expensive?

Pope's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Pope is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $113,800 and the median rent is $825 per month.

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

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

Is Pope, MS a Good Place to Live?

Pope is a small town of 529 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $79,205 and a 2.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

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

All Pope 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: 89.9

Pope's overall cost of living index is 89.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Pope costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Pope, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$113,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$825	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$79,205	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Pope is served primarily by South Panola School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Pope, MS	National Avg
School District	South Panola School District	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	34.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Pope sees average highs of 51.8°F in January and 91.1°F in July, with 55.3 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Pope, MS
Average High — January	51.8°F
Average High — July	91.1°F
Annual Precipitation	55.3"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Pope, MS	National Avg
Population	529	—
Median Age	40.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	72.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	27.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.1%	22.2%
65 and over	20.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Courtland, MS 2 mi Batesville, MS 7 mi Oakland, MS 11 mi Crowder, MS 11 mi Sardis, MS 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Pope

Pope, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

38658

Pope vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pope, MS affordable or expensive?

Pope's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Pope roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $113,800 and median rent is $825/month.

What is the crime rate in Pope, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Pope?

Public schools in Pope are operated by South Panola School District. The district has 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.6:1. 34.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Pope, MS a good place to live?

Pope, MS has a population of 529, a median household income of $79,205, and an unemployment rate of 2.8%. 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 Pope?

Pope averages 51.8°F in January and 91.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 55.3 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Pope?

Pope, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 38658.

What is the population of Pope?

The population of Pope, Mississippi is 529 with a median age of 40.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Pope?

Key numbers for living in Pope: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $113,800, median household income $79,205, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Pope side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.