What are the schools like in Tchula, MS?

Tchula is served primarily by Holmes County Consolidated. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.5:1.

What is the median household income in Tchula?

The median household income in Tchula, MS is $35,987 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 16.2%.

What is the weather like in Tchula, MS?

Tchula has an average high temperature of 54.4°F in January and 89.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Tchula, MS affordable or expensive?

Tchula's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Tchula is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $59,800 and the median rent is $599 per month.

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

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

Is Tchula, MS a Good Place to Live?

Tchula is a small town of 2,274 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $35,987 and a 16.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

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

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

All Tchula 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: 90.7

Tchula's overall cost of living index is 90.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Tchula costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Tchula, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$59,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$599	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	41.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$35,987	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Tchula is served primarily by Holmes County Consolidated. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Tchula, MS	National Avg
School District	Holmes County Consolidated	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	79.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Tchula sees average highs of 54.4°F in January and 89.8°F in July, with 56.5 inches of annual precipitation and 0.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Tchula, MS
Average High — January	54.4°F
Average High — July	89.8°F
Annual Precipitation	56.5"
Annual Snowfall	0.1"

Demographics

Metric	Tchula, MS	National Avg
Population	2,274	—
Median Age	29.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	16.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	40.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	1.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	98.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	31.8%	22.2%
65 and over	8.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Cruger, MS 10 mi Lexington, MS 11 mi Eden, MS 15 mi Belzoni, MS 15 mi Morgan City, MS 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Tchula

Tchula, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

39169

Tchula vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tchula, MS affordable or expensive?

Tchula's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Tchula roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $59,800 and median rent is $599/month.

What is the crime rate in Tchula, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Tchula?

Public schools in Tchula are operated by Holmes County Consolidated. The district has 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1. 17.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Tchula, MS a good place to live?

Tchula, MS has a population of 2,274, a median household income of $35,987, and an unemployment rate of 16.2%. 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 Tchula?

Tchula averages 54.4°F in January and 89.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 56.5 inches with about 0.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Tchula?

Tchula, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 39169.

What is the population of Tchula?

The population of Tchula, Mississippi is 2,274 with a median age of 29.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Tchula?

Key numbers for living in Tchula: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $59,800, median household income $35,987, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Tchula side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.