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$162,028$94 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

9778 HIGHWAY 42

RICHTON, MS 39476
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,720 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$162K
$151K low$173K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$969 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$8,578 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$57,180

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.55
52
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPerry
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Runnelstown SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.5 mi
H
Perry Central High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.2 mi

District: Perry County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 39476These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,808
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,262
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,181
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.62 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

9778 Highway 42 measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 67% of homes in Richton 39476
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Richton 39476
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Perry County

What homes are worth in Richton 39476

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$75K$491K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Richton 39476.

How it measures up in Richton 39476

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richton 39476.

Estimated value$162,028
CheaperTypical $204,831Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$94
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,720 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 4 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 9778 Highway 42 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRichton 39476Perry County
Estimated valuepricier than$162,02833% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9420% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,720 ft²63% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac46% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than197840% of homes40% of homes

About 9778 Highway 42

How much is 9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS is $162,028 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $151,258 to $172,798. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS last sell?

9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS last sold on Feb 22, 2002, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS?

9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,720 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS built?

9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS?

9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS is assigned to Runnelstown School (elementary), rated C+; Perry Central High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Perry County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS compare to other homes in Richton 39476?

Among the 3,980 homes in Richton 39476, it is worth more than 33% of them ($162,028 against a typical $204,831), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($94 against a typical $129), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,720 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (3 ac against a typical 4 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1978 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Perry County, it is worth more than 48% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS?

The 2024 property tax bill for 9778 Highway 42, Richton, MS was $969. The county assessed it at $8,578.

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