Schlater, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
231 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,066 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$28,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$441 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$613 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Leflore County
4
Greenwood Urban Area
3
Mississippi
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Leflore County
6
Greenwood Urban Area
5
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 41
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 5 0 63
May 5 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 3 0 82
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 4 0 65
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 6 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 64%
Other 1%

Schools

Pillow Academy
9 miles, S 5 star
Leflore County High School
11 miles, S 1.9 star
Leflore County Elementary School
11 miles, S 1 star
North New Summit School
11 miles, SE 5 star

Colleges

Mississippi Delta Community College
16 miles, SW 1.4 star
Delta State University
23 miles, NW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Greenwood Leflore Hospital
12 miles, SE 2.3 star
North Sunflower Medical Center Cah
13 miles, NW 3.2 star
South Sunflower County Hospital
21 miles, W 2.3 star
Bolivar Medical Center
22 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Memphis International Airport
99 miles, NE 2.8 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
102 miles, SE 1 star
Monroe Regional Airport
125 miles, W 1 star