What are the schools like in Sebastopol, MS?

Sebastopol is served primarily by Scott County School District. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.2:1.

What is the median household income in Sebastopol?

The median household income in Sebastopol, MS is $36,538 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.9%.

What is the weather like in Sebastopol, MS?

Sebastopol has an average high temperature of 57.8°F in January and 90.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Sebastopol, MS affordable or expensive?

Sebastopol's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sebastopol is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $106,300 and the median rent is $733 per month.

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

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

Is Sebastopol, MS a Good Place to Live?

Sebastopol is a small town of 267 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $36,538 and a 7.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Sebastopol stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

All Sebastopol 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: 88.6

Sebastopol's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sebastopol costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Sebastopol, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$106,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$733	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	54.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$36,538	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Sebastopol is served primarily by Scott County School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sebastopol, MS	National Avg
School District	Scott County School District	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sebastopol sees average highs of 57.8°F in January and 90.7°F in July, with 62.4 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sebastopol, MS
Average High — January	57.8°F
Average High — July	90.7°F
Annual Precipitation	62.4"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Sebastopol, MS	National Avg
Population	267	—
Median Age	37.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	74.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	24.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	32.2%	22.2%
65 and over	22.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Walnut Grove, MS 7 mi Conehatta, MS 8 mi Standing Pine, MS 10 mi Harperville, MS 10 mi Hillsboro, MS 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Sebastopol

Sebastopol, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

39359

Sebastopol vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sebastopol, MS affordable or expensive?

Sebastopol's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Sebastopol roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $106,300 and median rent is $733/month.

What is the crime rate in Sebastopol, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Sebastopol?

Public schools in Sebastopol are operated by Scott County School District. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1. 17.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sebastopol, MS a good place to live?

Sebastopol, MS has a population of 267, a median household income of $36,538, and an unemployment rate of 7.9%. 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 Sebastopol?

Sebastopol averages 57.8°F in January and 90.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 62.4 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sebastopol?

Sebastopol, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 39359.

What is the population of Sebastopol?

The population of Sebastopol, Mississippi is 267 with a median age of 37.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sebastopol?

Key numbers for living in Sebastopol: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $106,300, median household income $36,538, schools rated C. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sebastopol side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.