I’ve been analyzing data from the Zillow Home Value Index, which provides fascinating insights into Mississippi’s real estate landscape. What struck me most is the remarkable growth in home values across the state over the past 15 years, with some towns seeing increases well over 100%.
The data reveals a clear geographic pattern: Mississippi’s most expensive housing markets cluster primarily in three areas – the northern suburbs of Memphis (in DeSoto County), the Jackson metropolitan area (especially Madison County), and the Gulf Coast. The college towns of Oxford and Starkville also feature prominently among the state’s priciest markets.
Perhaps most surprising is the acceleration of price growth since 2020. While factors like pandemic-related migration patterns and low interest rates contributed initially, values have continued to climb even as mortgage rates increased. In fact, 13 of the 25 most expensive towns experienced greater percentage growth from 2020-2025 than they did in the entire decade from 2010-2020.
25. Terry
- 2025 value: $233,501
- 2020 value: $171,998
- 2015 value: $136,408
- 2010 value: $137,645
- % Change 2010-2025: 69.6%
- % Change 2015-2025: 71.2%
- % Change 2020-2025: 35.8%
In the small town of Terry, I’ve watched home values steadily climb from $137,645 in 2010 to an impressive $233,501 by 2025. What stands out most is how values actually dipped slightly between 2010 and 2015, only to rocket upward by over 71% in the decade since then. Located just south of Jackson in Hinds County, Terry offers residents a rural atmosphere with convenient access to the capital city’s amenities and employment opportunities.
24. Red Banks
- 2025 value: $237,594
- 2020 value: N/A
- 2015 value: N/A
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: N/A
The home values in Red Banks have reached $237,594 in 2025, though historical data is unavailable to track its growth journey. This small community in Marshall County has emerged as one of Mississippi’s more valuable real estate markets. Situated in the northernmost part of the state, Red Banks benefits from its proximity to the Memphis metropolitan area while maintaining its rural Mississippi charm.
23. Caledonia
- 2025 value: $238,886
- 2020 value: $181,322
- 2015 value: $140,142
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: 70.5%
- % Change 2020-2025: 31.7%
Caledonia’s housing market tells a compelling growth story, with values climbing from $140,142 in 2015 to $238,886 in 2025 – a robust 70.5% increase in just a decade. The past five years alone saw nearly a third of that growth at 31.7%. Located in Lowndes County near Columbus, this small town combines rural living with proximity to educational institutions like Mississippi University for Women, making it an increasingly desirable location for families.
22. Diamondhead
- 2025 value: $239,945
- 2020 value: $167,093
- 2015 value: $135,282
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: 77.4%
- % Change 2020-2025: 43.6%
Diamondhead has experienced remarkable growth in home values, jumping from $135,282 in 2015 to $239,945 in 2025 – a substantial 77.4% increase. The acceleration is even more notable from 2020 to 2025, with a 43.6% boost in just five years. This planned community in Hancock County offers residents coastal living along the Gulf of Mexico, with amenities including golf courses and a marina that continue to attract homebuyers seeking the coastal Mississippi lifestyle.
21. Walls
- 2025 value: $241,163
- 2020 value: $166,750
- 2015 value: $131,575
- 2010 value: $126,811
- % Change 2010-2025: 90.2%
- % Change 2015-2025: 83.3%
- % Change 2020-2025: 44.6%
The transformation of Walls’ housing market has been nothing short of dramatic, with values nearly doubling from $126,811 in 2010 to $241,163 by 2025 – a remarkable 90.2% increase. I’ve observed that the growth has accelerated notably since 2015, with 83.3% growth in that decade alone. Situated in DeSoto County just south of the Tennessee state line, Walls offers residents the perfect balance of small-town Mississippi living with easy access to Memphis’s urban amenities and job opportunities.
20. Lynchburg
- 2025 value: $247,398
- 2020 value: $169,185
- 2015 value: $129,627
- 2010 value: $123,796
- % Change 2010-2025: 99.8%
- % Change 2015-2025: 90.9%
- % Change 2020-2025: 46.2%
Lynchburg has experienced a staggering transformation in its home values, virtually doubling from $123,796 in 2010 to $247,398 in 2025 – an increase of 99.8%. The growth curve steepened dramatically after 2015, with values rising 90.9% in just a decade. Another DeSoto County community, Lynchburg combines rural serenity with the advantages of Memphis metropolitan proximity, making it increasingly attractive to homebuyers seeking value outside the urban core.
19. Carriere
- 2025 value: $251,704
- 2020 value: $203,155
- 2015 value: $187,570
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: 34.2%
- % Change 2020-2025: 23.9%
Carriere’s housing market shows a more moderate but still significant growth trajectory, with values increasing from $187,570 in 2015 to $251,704 in 2025 – a solid 34.2% rise. The growth has been relatively steady, with a 23.9% increase just in the last five years. Located in Pearl River County near the Louisiana border, Carriere offers residents a tranquil rural setting while still providing reasonable commute access to both the Mississippi Gulf Coast and the New Orleans metropolitan area.
18. Paris
- 2025 value: $254,061
- 2020 value: N/A
- 2015 value: N/A
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: N/A
Paris has emerged in the Mississippi housing market with 2025 values reaching $254,061, though historical data is not available to track its growth trajectory. This Lafayette County community has quietly become one of the state’s more valuable real estate markets. Situated near Oxford and the University of Mississippi, Paris benefits from the educational and cultural amenities of a college town while maintaining its distinct, peaceful character away from the main university hub.
17. Byhalia
- 2025 value: $254,136
- 2020 value: $179,729
- 2015 value: $126,948
- 2010 value: $123,827
- % Change 2010-2025: 105.2%
- % Change 2015-2025: 100.2%
- % Change 2020-2025: 41.4%
Byhalia’s housing market transformation has been extraordinary, with values more than doubling from $123,827 in 2010 to $254,136 in 2025 – a remarkable 105.2% increase. Even more impressive is that values have doubled just since 2015, with a 100.2% increase in that ten-year period. Nestled in Marshall County just south of the Tennessee border, Byhalia offers residents a rural lifestyle with convenient access to the Memphis metropolitan area’s employment opportunities and amenities.
16. Sumrall
- 2025 value: $254,182
- 2020 value: $184,614
- 2015 value: $154,730
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: 64.3%
- % Change 2020-2025: 37.7%
Sumrall has shown impressive growth in its housing values, rising from $154,730 in 2015 to $254,182 in 2025 – a healthy 64.3% increase over the decade. The past five years have been particularly dynamic with a 37.7% jump since 2020. Located in Lamar County near Hattiesburg, Sumrall gives residents the advantages of small-town living while being just a short drive from the educational resources of the University of Southern Mississippi and the commercial hub of Hattiesburg.
15. Ocean Springs
- 2025 value: $258,734
- 2020 value: $176,398
- 2015 value: $136,514
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: 89.5%
- % Change 2020-2025: 46.7%
The coastal charm of Ocean Springs has translated into soaring home values, with prices leaping from $136,514 in 2015 to $258,734 in 2025 – an impressive 89.5% gain. What’s remarkable is how nearly half that growth occurred just since 2020, with a 46.7% increase in five years. Situated in Jackson County along the Gulf Coast, Ocean Springs captivates residents and visitors alike with its walkable downtown, thriving arts scene, and beautiful waterfront, all contributing to its position as one of Mississippi’s most desirable coastal communities.
14. Ridgeland
- 2025 value: $260,450
- 2020 value: $192,948
- 2015 value: $173,493
- 2010 value: $176,607
- % Change 2010-2025: 47.5%
- % Change 2015-2025: 50.1%
- % Change 2020-2025: 35.0%
Ridgeland presents a unique case study in Mississippi’s housing market, with values actually decreasing slightly between 2010 and 2015 before surging 50.1% over the next decade to reach $260,450 in 2025. The acceleration has been particularly strong since 2020, with a 35% jump in just five years. Part of the affluent Madison County in the Jackson metropolitan area, Ridgeland offers residents upscale shopping centers, excellent schools, and a network of multi-use trails that enhance quality of life in this suburban community.
13. Starkville
- 2025 value: $260,460
- 2020 value: $197,224
- 2015 value: $178,234
- 2010 value: $175,605
- % Change 2010-2025: 48.3%
- % Change 2015-2025: 46.1%
- % Change 2020-2025: 32.1%
Starkville’s home values reflect a steady upward trajectory, growing from $175,605 in 2010 to $260,460 in 2025 – a solid 48.3% increase. The growth pattern shows most of this appreciation occurred after 2015, with values increasing 46.1% in that decade alone. Home to Mississippi State University in Oktibbeha County, Starkville combines the energy and cultural benefits of a college town with the affordability and community feel that continues to attract both permanent residents and real estate investors.
12. Vancleave
- 2025 value: $262,910
- 2020 value: $190,043
- 2015 value: $156,362
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: 68.1%
- % Change 2020-2025: 38.3%
Vancleave has emerged as a significant player in Mississippi’s housing market, with values climbing from $156,362 in 2015 to $262,910 in 2025 – a robust 68.1% increase. The past five years have been particularly strong, showing a 38.3% jump since 2020. This unincorporated community in Jackson County offers residents a rural lifestyle with abundant natural beauty, while still providing reasonable access to the employment opportunities and amenities of the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
11. Southaven
- 2025 value: $262,935
- 2020 value: $182,740
- 2015 value: $138,539
- 2010 value: $133,453
- % Change 2010-2025: 97.0%
- % Change 2015-2025: 89.8%
- % Change 2020-2025: 43.9%
Southaven’s housing market has experienced explosive growth, with values nearly doubling from $133,453 in 2010 to $262,935 in 2025 – an impressive 97% increase. The real acceleration began after 2015, with an 89.8% surge in the decade that followed. As DeSoto County’s largest city sitting directly at the Tennessee state line, Southaven effectively functions as a suburb of Memphis, offering Mississippi’s lower tax rates along with proximity to big-city amenities and employment opportunities.
10. Flora
- 2025 value: $270,179
- 2020 value: $204,708
- 2015 value: $158,064
- 2010 value: $148,741
- % Change 2010-2025: 81.6%
- % Change 2015-2025: 70.9%
- % Change 2020-2025: 32.0%
Flora has witnessed a remarkable transformation in its housing market, with values growing 81.6% from $148,741 in 2010 to $270,179 in 2025. The most significant growth occurred after 2015, with a 70.9% jump in the past decade. This charming small town in Madison County blends historic character with rural tranquility, while still offering reasonable commuting distance to Jackson’s employment centers, creating an appealing balance that continues to attract homebuyers looking for community character with convenient access to urban amenities.
9. Brandon
- 2025 value: $271,848
- 2020 value: $200,564
- 2015 value: $174,135
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: 56.1%
- % Change 2020-2025: 35.5%
Brandon’s housing market shows strong appreciation over the past decade, with values increasing from $174,135 in 2015 to $271,848 in 2025 – a healthy 56.1% growth rate. The momentum has continued in recent years, with a 35.5% jump just since 2020. As the county seat of Rankin County and a key suburb in the Jackson metropolitan area, Brandon attracts residents with its excellent schools, family-friendly atmosphere, and convenient access to the employment opportunities in the nearby state capital.
8. Pass Christian
- 2025 value: $284,488
- 2020 value: $209,048
- 2015 value: $166,313
- 2010 value: $162,691
- % Change 2010-2025: 74.9%
- % Change 2015-2025: 71.1%
- % Change 2020-2025: 36.1%
Pass Christian exemplifies coastal Mississippi’s appeal, with home values rising steadily from $162,691 in 2010 to $284,488 in 2025 – a robust 74.9% increase. Most of this growth has occurred since 2015, with values jumping 71.1% in that decade. Located in Harrison County along the Gulf of Mexico, this historic coastal town continues to rebuild and thrive following Hurricane Katrina, drawing residents with its beautiful beaches, harbor, and historic charm that create a unique coastal lifestyle unlike anywhere else in Mississippi.
7. Flowood
- 2025 value: $310,137
- 2020 value: $233,708
- 2015 value: $203,376
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: 52.5%
- % Change 2020-2025: 32.7%
Flowood has established itself as a premium housing market, with values rising from $203,376 in 2015 to $310,137 in 2025 – a significant 52.5% growth over the decade. The momentum has continued in recent years with a 32.7% increase since 2020. Located in Rankin County just east of Jackson, Flowood has transformed from a bedroom community into a commercial powerhouse with its own thriving business district, medical corridor, and shopping centers, while still maintaining residential areas that attract professionals seeking convenience and amenities.
6. Olive Branch
- 2025 value: $321,219
- 2020 value: $235,585
- 2015 value: $185,077
- 2010 value: $174,036
- % Change 2010-2025: 84.6%
- % Change 2015-2025: 73.6%
- % Change 2020-2025: 36.3%
Olive Branch has undergone a stunning transformation in its housing market, with values soaring 84.6% from $174,036 in 2010 to $321,219 in 2025. The acceleration has been particularly pronounced since 2015, with values climbing 73.6% in that decade alone. As one of DeSoto County’s premier communities, Olive Branch consistently ranks among Mississippi’s fastest-growing cities, offering residents a perfect blend of suburban comfort, excellent schools, and easy access to Memphis’s employment centers and amenities just across the state line.
5. Hernando
- 2025 value: $329,900
- 2020 value: $245,592
- 2015 value: $200,829
- 2010 value: $190,665
- % Change 2010-2025: 73.0%
- % Change 2015-2025: 64.3%
- % Change 2020-2025: 34.3%
Hernando exemplifies the premium housing market emerging in DeSoto County, with values rising 73% from $190,665 in 2010 to $329,900 in 2025. The growth curve has steepened in recent years, with a 34.3% jump just since 2020. As the county seat of DeSoto County, Hernando blends historic small-town charm with modern amenities, earning recognition for its excellent quality of life, tree-lined streets, and commitment to walkability that has attracted a growing population seeking the perfect balance between accessibility and community character.
4. Nesbit
- 2025 value: $345,307
- 2020 value: $259,478
- 2015 value: $207,555
- 2010 value: $200,787
- % Change 2010-2025: 72.0%
- % Change 2015-2025: 66.4%
- % Change 2020-2025: 33.1%
Nesbit has emerged as one of Mississippi’s premium housing markets, with values climbing 72% from $200,787 in 2010 to $345,307 in 2025. The growth rate accelerated after 2015, with a 66.4% increase in the decade that followed. This unincorporated community in DeSoto County attracts residents seeking larger lot sizes and a more rural atmosphere while still maintaining easy access to the commercial centers of Southaven and the employment opportunities of the Memphis metropolitan area just a short drive away.
3. Taylor
- 2025 value: $353,156
- 2020 value: $221,982
- 2015 value: N/A
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: N/A
- % Change 2020-2025: 59.1%
Taylor has rocketed into the top tier of Mississippi’s housing markets, with values surging 59.1% in just five years, from $221,982 in 2020 to $353,156 in 2025. This explosive growth rate far outpaces most Mississippi communities. Located in Lafayette County just south of Oxford, Taylor offers residents a unique combination of rural charm and artistic character, with its historic downtown attracting restaurateurs and artists while still providing convenient access to the cultural and educational amenities of the University of Mississippi in nearby Oxford.
2. Oxford
- 2025 value: $364,062
- 2020 value: $230,217
- 2015 value: $190,633
- 2010 value: $177,044
- % Change 2010-2025: 105.6%
- % Change 2015-2025: 91.0%
- % Change 2020-2025: 58.1%
Oxford stands as a testament to the power of education and culture in driving real estate values, with home prices more than doubling from $177,044 in 2010 to $364,062 in 2025 – a remarkable 105.6% increase. The growth has accelerated dramatically in recent years, with a 58.1% surge just since 2020. Home to the University of Mississippi in Lafayette County, Oxford combines southern charm, literary heritage, and college-town energy to create one of Mississippi’s most distinctive communities, attracting retirees, professionals, and alumni who want to maintain a connection to this unique cultural center.
1. Madison
- 2025 value: $386,831
- 2020 value: $288,947
- 2015 value: $271,697
- 2010 value: $258,453
- % Change 2010-2025: 49.7%
- % Change 2015-2025: 42.4%
- % Change 2020-2025: 33.9%
Madison reigns as Mississippi’s most expensive housing market, with average values reaching an impressive $386,831 in 2025, up 49.7% from $258,453 in 2010. Though the growth rate appears more modest than some other markets, Madison started from a much higher baseline, maintaining its position at the pinnacle of Mississippi real estate throughout this period. Located in Madison County just north of Jackson, this affluent suburb is renowned for its master-planned communities, exceptional school district, and stringent building codes that have helped preserve property values and create a distinctive community character that continues to attract Mississippi’s professionals and executives.
