Living in Bolivar County, Mississippi

Bolivar County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 33,322. The main communities are Cleveland, Shelby, Rosedale.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $637/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $129K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 56°F) and very hot summers (highs around 90°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Bolivar County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.