Pelahatchie, MS

Pelahatchie is a small town located in the Mississippi Delta region. The population of Pelahatchie was just over 2,000 people as of the 2010 census. The town is located on the east side of the Pearl River and is bordered by Brookhaven to the north, West Point to the east, and Ruleville to the south. Pelahatchie is known for its cotton plantations and rice fields.

Real estate in Pelahatchie is primarily made up of small farms and plantations. There are a few small commercial properties in town, but most real estate is used for agricultural purposes. The average price for a single family home in Pelahatchie was $60,000 as of 2010. There are also a few apartment complexes and commercial buildings available in town.

The economy of Pelahatchie depends heavily on agriculture. Cotton production has been a mainstay of the local economy for centuries, and it remains an important part of the local economy today. However, there has been a decline in cotton production over recent years due to competition from other crops and foreign markets. This has led to job losses in the area, which has had an impact on real estate prices as well.

Pelahatchie is located within close proximity to several major cities: Jackson (about 30 minutes away), West Point (about 45 minutes away), Ruleville (about 45 minutes away), Brookhaven (about 60 minutes away), and Memphis (about 90 minutes away). These cities offer a variety of amenities that are not available in Pelahatchie: high-rise apartments with views of downtown Jackson or shopping at upscale malls like West Point Town Center or Brookhaven Town Center. However, many residents commute into these larger cities for work or education opportunities.