Living in Tate County, Mississippi

Tate County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 28,296, part of the Memphis, TN-AR-MS MSA metro area. The main communities are Senatobia, Coldwater.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $751/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $216K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Tate County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.