Median Age
28 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 30% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
12%
Starkville
Starkville, MS Area Guide
Avg Rent
$820
Population
28,335
Renter Mix
64% Rent
History, community, and MSU
College Town
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Nestled in the heart of Mississippi, Starkville combines small-town hospitality with the energy of a college community. Home to Mississippi State University, this welcoming city of over 24,000 residents features the Cotton District, North America's first New Urbanist neighborhood. The rental market offers diverse housing options from apartment communities to historic homes, with current average rents ranging from $514 for studios to $2,077 for four-bedroom units. The rental market has seen modest growth, with rates increasing approximately 2.8% over the past year, keeping Starkville's housing costs competitive.
Downtown Starkville and the Cotton District form the city's social hub, featuring locally-owned shops and restaurants. Mississippi State University's campus hosts sporting events at Davis Wade Stadium and performances at the Riley Center. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate McKee Park's walking trails and the Moncrief Park disc golf course. The city's musical heritage is celebrated with a Mississippi Country Music Trail marker commemorating Johnny Cash's 1965 visit, which inspired his song "Starkville City Jail." The area around campus offers walkable streets lined with mature trees, while neighborhoods throughout the city provide a range of rental options. Starkville's blend of historic charm and college-town atmosphere creates an appealing environment for anyone considering calling this Mississippi community home.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$35,611
Average: $59,514
Education
9,747
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
12,242
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Starkville has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
64%
Non-Renters
36%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
29%
Other Education
71%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Starkville, MS is $510 for a studio, $819 for one bedroom, $989 for two bedrooms, and $1,315 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Starkville has increased by 2.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$819/month
679 Sq Ft
House
$1,436/month
1,068 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,911/month
824 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Starkville, MS is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
303 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
881 Students
Public
Grades 5
373 Students
Ward-Stewart Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
948 Students
East Oktibbeha County Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-6
240 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
750 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
753 Students
East Oktibbeha County Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-6
240 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,076 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.