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Bassfield, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Jefferson Davis County County
Bassfield, MS
At a Glance
How Bassfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bassfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bassfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bassfield residents earn a median household income of $30,208 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,882. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 160 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bassfield is $84,000 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $106,346. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Bassfield reports 45 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,504/100K.
Education
23.9% of adults in Bassfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 76.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bassfield has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.