Hickory Flat, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Benton County County
Hickory Flat, MS
At a Glance
How Hickory Flat Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hickory Flat's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hickory Flat a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hickory Flat residents earn a median household income of $36,481 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,972. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 94 business establishments, including 55 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hickory Flat is $100,900 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,990. Median rent is $729/month, with 33.3% 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 1977.
Education
18.6% of adults in Hickory Flat hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 81.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hickory Flat has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.6 inches.