What are the schools like in Tremont, MS?

Tremont is served primarily by Itawamba County. The district operates 3 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Tremont?

The median household income in Tremont, MS is $42,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.3%.

What is the weather like in Tremont, MS?

Tremont has an average high temperature of 50.9°F in January and 89.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Tremont, MS affordable or expensive?

Tremont's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Tremont is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $90,000 and the median rent is $850 per month.

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

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

Is Tremont, MS a Good Place to Live?

Tremont is a small town of 321 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $42,750 and a 7.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

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

All Tremont 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: 88.9

Tremont's overall cost of living index is 88.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Tremont costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Tremont, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$90,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$850	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	84.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$42,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Tremont is served primarily by Itawamba County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Tremont, MS	National Avg
School District	Itawamba County	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	66.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Tremont sees average highs of 50.9°F in January and 89.3°F in July, with 61.5 inches of annual precipitation and 1.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Tremont, MS
Average High — January	50.9°F
Average High — July	89.3°F
Annual Precipitation	61.5"
Annual Snowfall	1.6"

Demographics

Metric	Tremont, MS	National Avg
Population	321	—
Median Age	40.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.0%	22.2%
65 and over	15.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fulton, MS 9 mi Smithville, MS 14 mi Vina, AL 15 mi Detroit, AL 15 mi Red Bay, AL 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Tremont

Tremont, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

38876

Tremont vs Other Cities

Tremont, MS vs Fulton, MS Tremont, MS vs Smithville, MS Tremont, MS vs Vina, AL Tremont, MS vs Detroit, AL Tremont, MS vs Red Bay, AL

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tremont, MS affordable or expensive?

Tremont's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Tremont roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $90,000 and median rent is $850/month.

What is the crime rate in Tremont, MS?

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

What are the schools like in Tremont?

Public schools in Tremont are operated by Itawamba County. The district has 3 elementary, several middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 12.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Tremont, MS a good place to live?

Tremont, MS has a population of 321, a median household income of $42,750, and an unemployment rate of 7.3%. 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 Tremont?

Tremont averages 50.9°F in January and 89.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 61.5 inches with about 1.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Tremont?

Tremont, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 38876.

What is the population of Tremont?

The population of Tremont, Mississippi is 321 with a median age of 40.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Tremont?

Key numbers for living in Tremont: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $90,000, median household income $42,750, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Tremont side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.