Byhalia, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Marshall County County
Byhalia, MS
At a Glance
How Byhalia Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Byhalia's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Byhalia a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Byhalia residents earn a median household income of $37,813 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,998. The unemployment rate stands at 7.8% (117% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 566 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Byhalia is $111,300 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $275,455. Median rent is $641/month, with 32.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Byhalia reports 73 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,542/100K.
Education
11.2% of adults in Byhalia hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 67.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Byhalia has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches.