What are the schools like in Rolling Fork, MS?

Rolling Fork is served primarily by South Delta School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Rolling Fork?

The median household income in Rolling Fork, MS is $41,208 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 18.4%.

What is the weather like in Rolling Fork, MS?

Rolling Fork has an average high temperature of 55.2°F in January and 93.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Rolling Fork, MS affordable or expensive?

Rolling Fork's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Rolling Fork is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $96,500 and the median rent is $570 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Rolling Fork, MS?

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

Is Rolling Fork, MS a Good Place to Live?

Rolling Fork is a small town of 2,172 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $41,208 and a 18.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

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

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

All Rolling Fork 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: 86.1

Rolling Fork's overall cost of living index is 86.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Rolling Fork costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Rolling Fork, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$96,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$570	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	49.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$41,208	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Rolling Fork is served primarily by South Delta School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Rolling Fork, MS	National Avg
School District	South Delta School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	79.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Rolling Fork sees average highs of 55.2°F in January and 93.0°F in July, with 55.3 inches of annual precipitation and 0.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Rolling Fork, MS
Average High — January	55.2°F
Average High — July	93.0°F
Annual Precipitation	55.3"
Annual Snowfall	0.3"

Demographics

Metric	Rolling Fork, MS	National Avg
Population	2,172	—
Median Age	34.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	18.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	20.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	79.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	26.2%	22.2%
65 and over	18.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Rolling Fork

Rolling Fork, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

39159

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rolling Fork, MS affordable or expensive?

Rolling Fork's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Rolling Fork roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $96,500 and median rent is $570/month.

What is the crime rate in Rolling Fork, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Rolling Fork?

Public schools in Rolling Fork are operated by South Delta School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 11.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Rolling Fork, MS a good place to live?

Rolling Fork, MS has a population of 2,172, a median household income of $41,208, and an unemployment rate of 18.4%. 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 Rolling Fork?

Rolling Fork averages 55.2°F in January and 93.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 55.3 inches with about 0.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Rolling Fork?

Rolling Fork, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 39159.

What is the population of Rolling Fork?

The population of Rolling Fork, Mississippi is 2,172 with a median age of 34.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Rolling Fork?

Key numbers for living in Rolling Fork: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $96,500, median household income $41,208, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Rolling Fork side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.