What are the schools like in Snow Lake Shores, MS?

School district data for Snow Lake Shores is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Snow Lake Shores?

The median household income in Snow Lake Shores, MS is $54,583 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.9%.

What is the weather like in Snow Lake Shores, MS?

Snow Lake Shores has an average high temperature of 49.0°F in January and 88.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Snow Lake Shores, MS affordable or expensive?

Snow Lake Shores's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Snow Lake Shores is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $128,000 and the median rent is $780 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Snow Lake Shores, MS?

Crime rate data for Snow Lake Shores is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Snow Lake Shores, MS a Good Place to Live?

Snow Lake Shores is a small town of 364 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $54,583 and a 11.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Snow Lake Shores stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Snow Lake Shores is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Snow Lake Shores 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: 90.0

Snow Lake Shores's overall cost of living index is 90.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Snow Lake Shores costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Snow Lake Shores, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$128,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$780	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	89.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$54,583	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Snow Lake Shores, MS	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Snow Lake Shores sees average highs of 49.0°F in January and 88.8°F in July, with 57.0 inches of annual precipitation and 2.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Snow Lake Shores, MS
Average High — January	49.0°F
Average High — July	88.8°F
Annual Precipitation	57.0"
Annual Snowfall	2.0"

Demographics

Metric	Snow Lake Shores, MS	National Avg
Population	364	—
Median Age	61.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	39.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.2%	18.9%
Asian	8.2%	6.3%
Under 18	7.1%	22.2%
65 and over	35.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Ashland, MS 4 mi Lamar, MS 8 mi Holly Springs, MS 12 mi Potts Camp, MS 13 mi Hickory Flat, MS 14 mi

Snow Lake Shores vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Snow Lake Shores, MS affordable or expensive?

Snow Lake Shores's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Snow Lake Shores roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $128,000 and median rent is $780/month.

What is the crime rate in Snow Lake Shores, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Snow Lake Shores?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Snow Lake Shores, MS a good place to live?

Snow Lake Shores, MS has a population of 364, a median household income of $54,583, and an unemployment rate of 11.9%. 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 Snow Lake Shores?

Snow Lake Shores averages 49.0°F in January and 88.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 57.0 inches with about 2.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Snow Lake Shores?

The population of Snow Lake Shores, Mississippi is 364 with a median age of 61.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Snow Lake Shores?

Key numbers for living in Snow Lake Shores: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $128,000, median household income $54,583. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Snow Lake Shores side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.