Van Vleet, MS
Mississippi · Chickasaw County
Van Vleet is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 15.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How Van Vleet Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Housing
Health
Climate
Education
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Is Van Vleet a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Van Vleet receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Van Vleet stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Van Vleet enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Van Vleet vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Van Vleet vs U.S. Average
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Zillow ZHVI | $142,395 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 26.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 61 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,530 |
| 28% below US avg |
Health Metrics: Van Vleet vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.6% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.6% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Cancer | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 17.7% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 13.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.0% |
| Depression | 19.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
| Short Sleep | 34.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,701 |
| Dentists | 1:2,402 |
| Mental Health | 1:3,373 |
| Checkup Rate | 69.5% |
| Dental Visits | 5.8% |
| Premature Death | 14,343/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 355 ft (108 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9832°N, 88.8972°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Chickasaw County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tupelo Regional (TUP) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 43.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 85.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 39.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.7 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in |
Van Vleet has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.1") and October the driest (3.4").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 13.7 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro / Rural |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| County | Chickasaw County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 38.1 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 8.2 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Retail Stores | 87 |
Commute & Transportation
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $218 ($131-$348) |
| Specialist Visit | $305 ($174-$479) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $174 ($87-$305) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,914 ($696-$4,350) |
| Dental Cleaning | $113 ($65-$174) |
| Dental Filling | $218 ($131-$348) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $39 ($22-$65) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $65 ($44-$104) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $261 ($131-$435) |
| Tire Rotation | $35 ($17-$65) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $522 ($348-$870) |
| Battery Replacement | $174 ($87-$305) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $87 ($52-$131) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $78 ($44-$122) |
| HVAC Repair | $348 ($131-$696) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,090 ($3,480-$10,440) |
| Roof Repair | $870 ($348-$1,740) |
| Roof Replacement | $7,830 ($4,785-$13,050) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,305 ($435-$3,045) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,050 ($4,350-$26,100) |
| DUI Defense | $4,350 ($1,740-$8,700) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,305 ($696-$2,610) |
| Will Preparation | $435 ($174-$870) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,175 ($870-$4,350) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $22 ($13-$39) |
| Women's Haircut | $48 ($26-$87) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $131 ($65-$218) |
| Manicure | $22 ($13-$39) |
| Pedicure | $35 ($22-$57) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $70 ($44-$113) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.57 ($2.61-$4.79) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.05 ($2.18-$4.35) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.31 ($2.18-$4.79) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $3.92 ($2.61-$5.66) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.79 ($3.48-$6.53) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.87 ($0.52-$1.57) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $122 ($70-$218) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $61 ($26-$131) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $61 ($35-$104) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $61 ($35-$87) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $57 ($26-$87) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $74 ($44-$131) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $174 ($65-$435) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,740 ($1,044-$3,045) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $61 ($26-$113) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $13 ($6.96-$22) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $87 ($26-$218) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $26 ($13-$65) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,044 ($522-$2,175) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $870 ($435-$1,740) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $348 ($174-$609) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $44 ($22-$87) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $870 ($348-$2,175) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $10,875 ($4,350-$26,100) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $52 ($26-$87) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $87 ($44-$174) |
| Dog Grooming | $52 ($26-$87) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $35 ($17-$65) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $261 ($131-$435) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $174 ($87-$348) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $511 |
| Toddler | $465 |
| Preschool | $465 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
Top Industries in Chickasaw County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 1,330 | 33 | $42,015 | 3.60 |
| Retail Trade | 826 | 90 | $27,809 | 1.84 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 176 | 24 | $47,377 | 4.84 |
| Construction | 167 | 20 | $46,754 | 0.71 |
| Finance & Insurance | 122 | 21 | $51,394 | 0.67 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 76 | 19 | $52,784 | 0.24 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 56 | 15 | $34,199 | 0.21 |
| Real Estate | 19 | 7 | $45,621 | 0.27 |
Radio Stations near Van Vleet
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Campgrounds Near Van Vleet
13 campgrounds found near Van Vleet.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeWayne Hayes Day Use (Columbus Lake) | 5.0/5 | 2 | $30 |
| Stennis East Bank Day Use (Columbus Lake) | 4.7/5 | 4 | $30, $60 |
| DEWAYNE HAYES | 4.6/5 | 108 | $26, $36 |
| TOWN CREEK CAMPGROUND - WEST POINT - MS | 4.6/5 | 108 | $26, $34 |
| WHITTEN PARK | 4.6/5 | 60 | $34, $36 |
| DAVIS LAKE CAMPGROUND | 4.4/5 | 28 | $20, $40 |
| BLUE BLUFF CAMPGROUND (ABERDEEN MS) | 4.3/5 | 90 | $32, $34 |
| Amory Boat Ramp Picnic Shelter | - | 1 | $50 |
| Blue Bluff Picnic Area (Aberdeen Lake) | - | 4 | $30 |
| Cherokee Picnic Shelter | - | 1 | $50 |
| Waverly Day Use (Columbus Lake) | - | 1 | $30 |
| Whitten Center Conference Room and Patio | - | 1 | $200 |
| Whitten Park Picnic Shelters | - | 3 | $50 |
National Parks Near Van Vleet
14 national parks and monuments found near Van Vleet.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site | National Battlefield Site | Free |
| George P. Cossar State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hugh White State Park | State Park | Free |
| J.P. Coleman State Park | State Park | Free |
| John W. Kyle State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Lowndes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Legion Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail | National Scenic Trail | Free |
| Natchez Trace Parkway | Parkway | Free |
| Tishomingo State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tombigbee State Park | State Park | Free |
| Trace State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tupelo National Battlefield | National Battlefield | Free |
| Wall Doxey State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Van Vleet
6 trails found near Van Vleet.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WITCHDANCE TRAIL | 22.7 | - | - | - | |
| CHICKASAW ATV TRAIL | 11.7 | - | - | - | |
| NORTH CYPRESS NON MOTORIZED TR | 3.3 | - | - | - | |
| DAVIS LAKE HIKING TRAIL | 0.3 | - | - | - | |
| PUSKUS LAKE EAST SPUR | 0.3 | - | - | - | |
| PUSKUS LAKE TRAIL WEST SPUR | 0.0 | - | - | - |
Museums in Van Vleet
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICKASAW COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Cell Towers in Van Vleet
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 102 JEFFERSON (77118) | GTOWER | 129 |
| 1015 TRICE STREET (77090) | GTOWER | 128 |
| 2972 Highway 15 N (79294) | GTOWER | 126 |
| HWY 45A (110100) | GTOWER | 102 |
| (Gibson) 20026 State Road 8 | LTOWER | 98 |
| 254 Old Monroe Road (112645 ) | GTOWER | 96 |
| 32798 Avenida De Las Estrallas (77098) | GTOWER | 94 |
| 30082 Highway 41 | TOWER | 85 |
Fire Stations in Van Vleet
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Vleet Volunteer Fire Department | 1595 County Road 164 | Volunteer | 662-447-3679 |
Bridges in Van Vleet
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1959 | 122 | 4,200 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1960 | 21 | 3,965 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1949 | 20 | 3,965 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1959 | 134 | 3,959 | F | |
| Frame | Concrete | 1960 | 37 | 3,959 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1987 | 34 | 3,100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1987 | 122 | 3,100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1988 | 562 | 3,100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1988 | 201 | 3,100 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1987 | 33 | 3,100 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1955 | 34 | 3,100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1940 | 158 | 2,100 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 23 | 1,790 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1960 | 33 | 1,785 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1959 | 863 | 1,780 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1960 | 119 | 1,780 | F | |
| Frame | Concrete | 1959 | 35 | 1,780 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 42 | 1,780 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1940 | 25 | 1,600 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1961 | 105 | 1,210 | G | |
| Frame | Concrete | 1960 | 32 | 1,210 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2002 | 27 | 630 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1958 | 28 | 580 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1970 | 140 | 528 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1961 | 120 | 387 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1960 | 78 | 360 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1964 | 97 | 310 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2007 | 160 | 220 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 80 | 191 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1970 | 160 | 180 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1972 | 140 | 165 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 2004 | 57 | 153 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2018 | 28 | 140 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1971 | 160 | 90 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1990 | 31 | 80 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1984 | 93 | 75 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1997 | 82 | 70 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 2005 | 93 | 69 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1995 | 76 | 66 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1997 | 93 | 64 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1983 | 60 | 63 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1993 | 57 | 60 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 2011 | 57 | 59 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1993 | 28 | 56 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1987 | 160 | 50 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1978 | 69 | 50 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 2005 | 93 | 50 | G | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 2009 | 69 | 40 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1994 | 60 | 40 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 2001 | 93 | 32 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2001 | 140 | 25 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1997 | 51 | 20 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Concrete | 1993 | 57 | 10 | F |
Airports Near Van Vleet
35 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Air Force Base | CBM | Medium Airport |
| Golden Triangle Regional Airport | GTR | Medium Airport |
| Tupelo Regional Airport | TUP | Medium Airport |
| University Oxford Airport | UOX | Medium Airport |
| Ackerman Choctaw County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ball Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Booneville-Baldwyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calhoun County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chancellor Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| City of Eupora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Columbus Lowndes County Airport | UBS | Small Airport |
| George M Bryan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Godspeed Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Graber Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hanlon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hasting Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Houston Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Howard's Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Inmon Field | - | Small Airport |
| Kimmel Land & Cattle Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maloney Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mccharen Field | - | Small Airport |
| Monroe County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| New Albany Union County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Okolona Municipal Airport Richard Stovall Field | - | Small Airport |
| Oktibbeha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pontotoc County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ripley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rye Field | - | Small Airport |
| Shenandoah Valley Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shockley Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Spearman Field | - | Small Airport |
| Spurgeon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tishomingo County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wade Field | - | Small Airport |
Grocery Stores in Van Vleet
1 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Dollar General 20016 | Other | 3090 Highway 8 E |
Post Offices in Van Vleet
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Trebloc Post Office | |
| Van Vleet Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Van Vleet
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Lifecore Health Group - Chickasaw County Office | Both | 662-640-4595 |
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Haunted Places Near Van Vleet
1 reported haunted locations found near Van Vleet.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Asbury Cemetery | Asbury Cemetery is located way back on a dirt road, down in a valley between some hills. It's a really pretty place, and I have been to more than one funeral there. But it's also a place where people like to park and stargaze. On several occasions, people have described a low voice talking, or an overwhelming, almost gut-wrenching feeling that something is watching them or something is after them. More than one serious accident has occurred from people driving from it at night as fast as they... |
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What is the population of Van Vleet?
Van Vleet has a population of 15 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The population is 100% female and 0% male.
Is Van Vleet expensive to live in?
Van Vleet is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87 / below the baseline of 100.
What is the weather like in Van Vleet?
Van Vleet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 59.3 inches.
How are the schools in Van Vleet?
Schools in Van Vleet have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 0.0% of adults in Van Vleet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Van Vleet?
The obesity rate in Van Vleet is 34.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.7% of adults are smokers. 31.0% are physically inactive. 19.0% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 60.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,701.
What are the demographics of Van Vleet?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Van Vleet is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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