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Average Rent in Tate County, MS Rents rising 7.6% YoY🔺 9th priciest in MS

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 28,135

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Market Overview

Tate County, MS has rental prices ranging from $825/month to $1,658/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $831/month — 41% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $63,995/year, spending $831/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Tate County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,090/month, Tate County ranks #9 most expensive of the 79 cities tracked in Mississippi — pricier than 74% of all US cities in our data.

The Tate County Rental Market

The Tate County, MS area has a population of about 28,135 and 27% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Tate County, MS have risen by $77/month (7.6%) over the past year, from $1,013 to $1,090. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Tate County, MS without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $33,240. The local median household income of $63,995 exceeds that threshold by $30,755, making Tate County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Tate County, MS has an unemployment rate of 3.8%, 0.1 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$825
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$831
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,090
7.6% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,346
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,658
Average
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Is Tate County, MS Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$43,600/year
Local median income: $63,995
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,090/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in MSlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Holmes County$811$843$933$1,232
Jackson$1,045$1,051$1,232$1,484
Stone County$711$730$958$1,154
Pascagoula$922$972$1,094$1,466
Gulfport$766$896$1,117$1,446
Covington County$656$783$933$1,232

Rent or Buy in Tate County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Tate County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,090/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 2 years — worth it if you stay 2+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,090/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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