What are the schools like in Webb, MS?

Webb is served primarily by West Tallahatchie School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.1:1.

What is the median household income in Webb?

The median household income in Webb, MS is $23,950 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.5%.

What is the weather like in Webb, MS?

Webb has an average high temperature of 53.0°F in January and 92.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Webb, MS affordable or expensive?

Webb's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Webb is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $80,300 and the median rent is $593 per month.

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

Webb has a violent crime rate of 260.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 861.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Webb, MS a Good Place to Live?

Webb is a small town of 489 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $23,950 and a 12.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

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

All Webb 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: 85.5

Webb's overall cost of living index is 85.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Webb costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Webb, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$80,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$593	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	54.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$23,950	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Webb's violent crime rate is 260.7 per 100,000 residents — 31% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

260.7 /100k

Property Crime

861.8 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Webb is served primarily by West Tallahatchie School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.1:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Webb, MS	National Avg
School District	West Tallahatchie School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	63.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Webb sees average highs of 53.0°F in January and 92.2°F in July, with 57.8 inches of annual precipitation and 1.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Webb, MS
Average High — January	53.0°F
Average High — July	92.2°F
Annual Precipitation	57.8"
Annual Snowfall	1.2"

Demographics

Metric	Webb, MS	National Avg
Population	489	—
Median Age	34.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	2.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	97.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	30.3%	22.2%
65 and over	14.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sumner, MS 2 mi Tutwiler, MS 7 mi Glendora, MS 9 mi Dublin, MS 12 mi Drew, MS 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Webb

Webb, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

38966

Webb vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Webb, MS affordable or expensive?

Webb's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Webb roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $80,300 and median rent is $593/month.

What is the crime rate in Webb, MS?

Webb's violent crime rate is 260.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 861.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Webb?

Public schools in Webb are operated by West Tallahatchie School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.1:1. 8.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Webb, MS a good place to live?

Webb, MS has a population of 489, a median household income of $23,950, and an unemployment rate of 12.5%. 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 Webb?

Webb averages 53.0°F in January and 92.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 57.8 inches with about 1.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Webb?

Webb, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 38966.

What is the population of Webb?

The population of Webb, Mississippi is 489 with a median age of 34.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Webb?

Key numbers for living in Webb: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $80,300, median household income $23,950, crime index 58 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Webb side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.