Schlater, MS

Mississippi

Schlater is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 231. Residents earn $65,066 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
231 Population 201/sq mi density
$65,066 Median Income $21,914 per capita
$28,100 Home Value $120,557 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,066 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$28,100 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,066
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $28,100
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

How Schlater Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population231
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density201/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 36%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,066
Per Capita$21,914
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$1,453M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$28,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,557

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.7 in/yr
Elevation130 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+86.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute27 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries2

Is Schlater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schlater receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Schlater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schlater is $65,066, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schlater is $28,100, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Schlater enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Schlater has a population of 231 with a density of 201 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.5%), with 35.5% White.

Population

231
Total Population
201
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Schlater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Schlater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schlater is $65,066, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Schlater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,066
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,914
Avg Weekly Wage$838
IRS Avg AGI$52,123

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)820
County GDP$1,453M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare77
Retail143
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,451
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate12.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Schlater is $28,100, 90% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,557.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,100
90% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,557

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,451
1% below US avg
Effective Rate12.28%
In Schlater, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Schlater vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes17.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure48.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.0%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity38.9%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate82.9%
Premature Death21,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities77

Crime Rates: Schlater vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Schlater has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.7 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation130 ft (40 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density201/sq mi
Coordinates33.6397°N, 90.3494°W
County FIPS28083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.5-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%
D 68.7%

Winner: Democrat by 38.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+86.0%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density201/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities77
Restaurants72
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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