Living in Florence, Mississippi
Florence is a small city in south Rankin County on US 49, about 11 miles from downtown Jackson as the crow flies. It has its own four-school zone in the Rankin County School District, a city park and youth sports, and a mix of subdivisions and acreage around town.
By Jared Laster, Living in Mississippi. Updated 2026-10-24.
Florence at a glance
- Population: 4,816 (source: U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 city and town population estimates, July 1, 2025 estimate)
- School district: Rankin County School District, rated A (source: WLBT, MDE 2025-26 accountability grades, 2025-26 school year)
- Median home value: $230,800 (source: Data USA (Census ACS 5-year estimates), ACS 2020-2024)
- Median sold price: $264,900 (13 sales) (source: MLS United, LLC (Residential), September 2026)
- Homes sold (12 months): 175 (source: MLS United, LLC (Residential), Oct 2025 to Sep 2026)
- Average days on market: 93 days (source: MLS United, LLC (Residential), September 2026)
- Homes for sale: 50 (source: MLS United, LLC (Residential), September 2026)
Based on information from MLS United, LLC. for the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
What Florence is like
Florence has about 4,800 people as of mid-2025. US 49 is the main road north toward Richland, Pearl and Jackson, and in 2022 the state finished widening the 7.5-mile stretch between Florence and Richland to three lanes each way.
The city runs Hemphill Park, a playground and pavilions, a community center and Florence Youth Sports. It also hosts an Easter egg hunt in the spring and Florence Day in the fall.
Schools
Florence is in the Rankin County School District, rated A for 2025-26. The Florence zone has four schools and about 2,400 students: Steen's Creek Elementary (pre-K to 2nd), Florence Elementary (3rd to 5th), Florence Middle (6th to 8th) and Florence High (9th to 12th). Most of them are on Highway 469 North.
Homes in Florence
Data USA puts the median home value at $230,800 (Census ACS, 2020-2024). Based on MLS data, the median sold price in Florence was $264,900 in September 2026 (13 sales).
Current listings with Florence addresses include subdivision homes in places like Colebrooke and Magnolia Springs, plus larger tracts of land along Highway 469. Mailing addresses and city limits don't always line up, so we check city limits and school zoning for any home you're looking at.
Neighborhoods in and around Florence
- Colebrooke: Subdivision with Florence 39073 addresses.
- Magnolia Springs: Subdivision with Florence addresses. At least one recent listing sits on more than 3.5 acres.
- Eagle Ridge Estates: Subdivision with Florence 39073 addresses.
- Eaglewood: Subdivision with Florence addresses, including homes on Shadow Creek Drive.
Schools
Rankin County School District earned an A for 2025-26. Florence has its own four-school zone.
- Steen's Creek Elementary School (pre-K to 2nd)
- Florence Elementary School (3rd to 5th)
- Florence Middle School (6th to 8th)
- Florence High School (9th to 12th)
Getting around
- Downtown Jackson: about 11 miles
- Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport: about 11 miles
Check it yourself
- Niche: Florence: Overall Niche grade A-. Their report card covers schools, housing, cost of living, crime and safety, and resident reviews.
- Niche: Rankin County School District: Overall Niche grade A, #12 in Best School Districts in Mississippi. Includes test scores, teachers and parent reviews.
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center: Look up the flood zone for any address in or around Florence.
Niche grades as of October 24, 2026. They change, so click through for the latest. We share these so you can see the data for yourself; we don't rate neighborhoods.
Questions about living in Florence
What schools serve Florence?
Florence is in the Rankin County School District, rated A for 2025-26. The Florence zone includes Steen's Creek Elementary, Florence Elementary, Florence Middle and Florence High.
How far is Florence from Jackson?
About 11 miles from downtown Jackson in a straight line. Most people head north on US 49, which is three lanes each way between Florence and Richland.
What do homes cost in Florence?
The median home value is $230,800 (Census ACS, 2020-2024). Based on MLS data, the median sold price in Florence was $264,900 in September 2026 (13 sales).
Can I find land or acreage near Florence?
Yes. Along with subdivision homes, current listings with Florence addresses include larger tracts, some along Highway 469. Check city limits and zoning for the specific property.
Thinking about Florence?
Call or text (601) 292-6070 · Office (228) 471-5211 · Jared Laster and Charles Lacey, licensed Mississippi real estate agents with Real Broker, LLC.