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Snow Lake Shores, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Snow Lake Shores is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 414. Residents earn $51,607 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
414 Population 609/sq mi density
$51,607 Median Income $45,936 per capita
$144,700 Home Value $169,840 Zillow
$836 Median Rent 16.4% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$51,607 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,700 home value, $836/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,607
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,700
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

How Snow Lake Shores Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population414
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density609/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,607
Per Capita$45,936
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$400M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,700
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,840
Housing Units349
Rent Burden16.4%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking20.3%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation426 ft (130 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute37 min
Broadband83.3%
Libraries2

Is Snow Lake Shores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Snow Lake Shores receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Snow Lake Shores offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Snow Lake Shores is $51,607, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Snow Lake Shores is $144,700, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Snow Lake Shores enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Snow Lake Shores has a population of 414 with a density of 609 people per square mile. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%).

Population

414
Total Population
609
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Snow Lake Shores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Snow Lake Shores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Snow Lake Shores is $51,607, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Snow Lake Shores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,607
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,936
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$43,925

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$400M

Business (County)

Healthcare9
Retail15
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Snow Lake Shores is $144,700, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,840.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,700
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,840

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% below US avg
Rent Burden16.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.8%
Housing Units349
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Snow Lake Shores, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.3% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Snow Lake Shores vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.3%
45% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits8.5%
Premature Death15,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities9
Snow Lake Shores has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation426 ft (130 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density609/sq mi
Coordinates34.8213°N, 89.2381°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28009
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density609/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities9
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.1%

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