Living in Lee County, Mississippi

Lee County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 85,300. The main communities are Tupelo, Saltillo, Verona.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,272/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $189K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 55°F) and hot summers (highs around 87°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Lee County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.