Abbeville, MS

Mississippi

Abbeville is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 358. Residents earn $61,563 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
358 Population 103/sq mi density
$61,563 Median Income $30,695 per capita
$148,200 Home Value $240,760 Zillow
$880 Median Rent 36.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$61,563 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,200 home value, $880/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,563
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,200
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

How Abbeville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population358
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,563
Per Capita$30,695
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$3,160M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,200
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$240,760
Housing Units168
Rent Burden36.0%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking19.0%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.3%
Libraries1

Is Abbeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Abbeville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Abbeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Abbeville is $61,563, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Abbeville is $148,200, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Abbeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Abbeville has a population of 358 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

358
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.9%
Female 60.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Abbeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Abbeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Abbeville is $61,563, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Abbeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,563
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,695
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$89,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,553
County GDP$3,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare194
Retail220
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,945
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Abbeville is $148,200, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $240,760.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,200
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$240,760

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg
Rent Burden36.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.4%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,945
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Abbeville, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Abbeville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits8.5%
Premature Death8,273/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities194
Abbeville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates34.5034°N, 89.5025°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.8-point margin. 91.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities194
Restaurants209
Retail Stores220

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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