What are the schools like in Sardis, MS?

Sardis is served primarily by North Panola. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.2:1.

What is the median household income in Sardis?

The median household income in Sardis, MS is $32,863 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.3%.

What is the weather like in Sardis, MS?

Sardis has an average high temperature of 50.9°F in January and 91.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Sardis, MS affordable or expensive?

Sardis's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sardis is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $72,300 and the median rent is $705 per month.

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

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

Is Sardis, MS a Good Place to Live?

Sardis is a small town of 2,168 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $32,863 and a 13.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

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

All Sardis 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: 86.4

Sardis's overall cost of living index is 86.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sardis costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Sardis, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$72,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$705	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	55.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$32,863	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Sardis is served primarily by North Panola. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sardis, MS	National Avg
School District	North Panola	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	66.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sardis sees average highs of 50.9°F in January and 91.5°F in July, with 58.2 inches of annual precipitation and 0.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sardis, MS
Average High — January	50.9°F
Average High — July	91.5°F
Annual Precipitation	58.2"
Annual Snowfall	0.4"

Demographics

Metric	Sardis, MS	National Avg
Population	2,168	—
Median Age	46.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	40.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	58.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.4%	22.2%
65 and over	22.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Como, MS 6 mi Batesville, MS 8 mi Senatobia, MS 13 mi Courtland, MS 14 mi Pope, MS 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Sardis

Sardis, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

38666

Sardis vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sardis, MS affordable or expensive?

Sardis's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Sardis roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $72,300 and median rent is $705/month.

What is the crime rate in Sardis, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Sardis?

Public schools in Sardis are operated by North Panola. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1. 9.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sardis, MS a good place to live?

Sardis, MS has a population of 2,168, a median household income of $32,863, and an unemployment rate of 13.3%. 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 Sardis?

Sardis averages 50.9°F in January and 91.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 58.2 inches with about 0.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sardis?

Sardis, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 38666.

What is the population of Sardis?

The population of Sardis, Mississippi is 2,168 with a median age of 46.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sardis?

Key numbers for living in Sardis: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $72,300, median household income $32,863, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sardis side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.