What are the schools like in Potts Camp, MS?

Potts Camp is served primarily by Marshall County School District. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 4 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.4:1.

What is the median household income in Potts Camp?

The median household income in Potts Camp, MS is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.

What is the weather like in Potts Camp, MS?

Potts Camp has an average high temperature of 50.7°F in January and 89.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Potts Camp, MS affordable or expensive?

Potts Camp's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Potts Camp is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $90,400 and the median rent is $725 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Potts Camp, MS?

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

Is Potts Camp, MS a Good Place to Live?

Potts Camp is a small town of 310 in Mississippi, with a median household income of N/A and a 2.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Potts Camp is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Potts Camp 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: 92.4

Potts Camp's overall cost of living index is 92.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Potts Camp costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Potts Camp, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$90,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$725	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Potts Camp is served primarily by Marshall County School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Potts Camp, MS	National Avg
School District	Marshall County School District	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	4	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Potts Camp sees average highs of 50.7°F in January and 89.7°F in July, with 58.6 inches of annual precipitation and 2.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Potts Camp, MS
Average High — January	50.7°F
Average High — July	89.7°F
Annual Precipitation	58.6"
Annual Snowfall	2.6"

Demographics

Metric	Potts Camp, MS	National Avg
Population	310	—
Median Age	45.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	73.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	17.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	29.4%	22.2%
65 and over	18.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bethlehem, MS 5 mi Hickory Flat, MS 7 mi Waterford, MS 9 mi Holly Springs, MS 12 mi Myrtle, MS 12 mi

Potts Camp vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potts Camp, MS affordable or expensive?

Potts Camp's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Potts Camp roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $90,400 and median rent is $725/month.

What is the crime rate in Potts Camp, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Potts Camp?

Public schools in Potts Camp are operated by Marshall County School District. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 4 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.4:1. 15.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Potts Camp, MS a good place to live?

Potts Camp, MS has a population of 310, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 2.6%. 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 Potts Camp?

Potts Camp averages 50.7°F in January and 89.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 58.6 inches with about 2.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Potts Camp?

The population of Potts Camp, Mississippi is 310 with a median age of 45.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Potts Camp?

Key numbers for living in Potts Camp: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $90,400, median household income N/A, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Potts Camp side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.