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Ashland, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Ashland is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 562. Residents earn $44,194 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
562 Population 309/sq mi density
$44,194 Median Income $24,733 per capita
$116,900 Home Value $125,038 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 41.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$44,194 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,900 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,194
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,900
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population562
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density309/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,194
Per Capita$24,733
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$400M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,900
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,038
Housing Units282
Rent Burden41.0%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking19.6%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation647 ft (197 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute21 min
Broadband74.5%
Libraries2

Is Ashland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashland receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ashland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ashland is $44,194, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ashland is $116,900, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ashland 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 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ashland has a population of 562 with a density of 309 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 13.7% Black.

Population

562
Total Population
309
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ashland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashland is $44,194, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ashland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,194
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,733
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$43,925

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$400M

Business (County)

Healthcare9
Retail15
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ashland is $116,900, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,038.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,900
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,038

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden41.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.6%
Housing Units282
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Ashland, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.6% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity32.4%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits8.4%
Premature Death15,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities9
Ashland 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 57.0 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 Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation647 ft (197 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density309/sq mi
Coordinates34.8341°N, 89.1777°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28009
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin. 74.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density309/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.5%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities9
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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