What are the schools like in Richton, MS?

Richton is served primarily by Richton School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.0:1.

What is the median household income in Richton?

The median household income in Richton, MS is $33,621 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Richton, MS?

Richton has an average high temperature of 61.5°F in January and 93.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Richton, MS affordable or expensive?

Richton's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Richton is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $145,800 and the median rent is $306 per month.

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

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

Is Richton, MS a Good Place to Live?

Richton is a small town of 1,150 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $33,621 . Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

All Richton 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: 89.3

Richton's overall cost of living index is 89.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Richton costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Richton, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$145,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$306	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,621	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Richton is served primarily by Richton School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Richton, MS	National Avg
School District	Richton School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Richton sees average highs of 61.5°F in January and 93.5°F in July, with 63.9 inches of annual precipitation and 0.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Richton, MS
Average High — January	61.5°F
Average High — July	93.5°F
Annual Precipitation	63.9"
Annual Snowfall	0.5"

Demographics

Metric	Richton, MS	National Avg
Population	1,150	—
Median Age	42.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	74.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	25.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	25.7%	22.2%
65 and over	28.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Runnelstown, MS 10 mi Ovett, MS 11 mi New Augusta, MS 11 mi Beaumont, MS 13 mi Petal, MS 17 mi

ZIP Codes in Richton

Richton, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

39476

Richton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richton, MS affordable or expensive?

Richton's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Richton roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $145,800 and median rent is $306/month.

What is the crime rate in Richton, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Richton?

Public schools in Richton are operated by Richton School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.0:1. 18.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Richton, MS a good place to live?

Richton, MS has a population of 1,150, a median household income of $33,621, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Richton?

Richton averages 61.5°F in January and 93.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 63.9 inches with about 0.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Richton?

Richton, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 39476.

What is the population of Richton?

The population of Richton, Mississippi is 1,150 with a median age of 42.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Richton?

Key numbers for living in Richton: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $145,800, median household income $33,621, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Richton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.