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Bassfield, MS

Mississippi

Bassfield is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 211. Residents earn $30,208 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
211 Population 211/sq mi density
$30,208 Median Income $17,882 per capita
$84,000 Home Value $106,346 Zillow
$945 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$30,208 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value, $945/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,208
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $945
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.4%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density211/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans13.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,208
Per Capita$17,882
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty20.4%
County GDP$264M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$945
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$106,346
Housing Units146
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity46.1%
Uninsured14.1%
Smoking23.3%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.9 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+76.1%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 57%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries2

Is Bassfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bassfield receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Bassfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bassfield is $30,208, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bassfield is $84,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $945 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bassfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bassfield has a population of 211 with a density of 211 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.1%), with 43.1% Black.

Population

211
Total Population
211
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bassfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bassfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bassfield is $30,208, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bassfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,208
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,882
Avg Weekly Wage$883
IRS Avg AGI$44,214

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.4%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)160
County GDP$264M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare13
Retail33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit3.2%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bassfield is $84,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $945 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,346.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$106,346

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$945
19% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units146
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Bassfield, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.1% of residents lack health insurance. 23.3% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 40.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.1%
44% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure47.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD10.2%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.3%
66% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity40.1%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Uninsured14.1%
64% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,711
Dentists1:2,772
Mental Health1:783
Checkup Rate80.6%
Dental Visits6.1%
Premature Death17,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access24.1%
Healthcare Facilities13
Bassfield has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.9 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.9 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density211/sq mi
Coordinates31.4960°N, 89.7449°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.8-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.8%
D 56.6%

Winner: Democrat by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+76.1%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density211/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants11
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit3.2%
Work from Home0.0%

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