Median Income $45,391

40% lower than US avg

Home Value $9,999

96% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 4.1%

88% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.6%

20% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.4%

0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population421

Median Age26.5 yrs

Density133/mi²

Male / Female36% / 64%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans13.6%

Economy

B+

Median Income$45,391

Per Capita$13,065

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty12.4%

County GDP$2,777M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$9,999

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units128

Health

Obesity38.6%

Uninsured12.6%

Smoking19.6%

Depression22.9%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain61.9 in/yr

Sunny Days313/yr

Elevation347 ft (106 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.1%

High School+49.7%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%

Commute29 min

Broadband57.4%

Libraries4

Is Baxterville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baxterville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Baxterville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baxterville is $45,391, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baxterville is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Baxterville 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.

Baxterville has a population of 421 with a density of 133 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

421

Total Population

133

People / sq mi

26.5yrs

Median Age

32% below US avg

3.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.6%

Female 64.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Baxterville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baxterville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baxterville is $45,391, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Baxterville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$45,391
	40% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$13,065
Avg Weekly Wage	$851
IRS Avg AGI	$81,272

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.4%
	0% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,576
County GDP	$2,777M

Business (County)

Restaurants	151
Healthcare	196
Retail	280
Manufacturing	21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,950
	13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	39.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.3 min
Drive Alone	95.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Baxterville is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$9,999
	96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	91.9%
Housing Units	128
Median Year Built	1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,950
	13% above US avg
Effective Rate	39.50%

In Baxterville, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.6% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.6%
	20% above US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	38.6%
Asthma	8.8%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.6%
	40% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	31.6%
Depression	22.9%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	14.6%
Short Sleep	37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.3%
Uninsured	12.6%
	47% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.6%
Dental Visits	7.6%
Premature Death	8,657/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.6/10
Exercise Access	63.3%
Healthcare Facilities	196

Baxterville 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 Average	66.5°F
	23% above US avg
January Average	49°F (9°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	61.9 inches
	63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	347 ft (106 m)
Area	3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density	133/sq mi
Coordinates	31.0915°N, 89.5867°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28073

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.8-point margin. 57.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.8%

D 25%

Winner: Republican by 48.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.1%
	88% below US avg
High School+	49.7%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.42

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	133/sq mi
Total Area	3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	57.4%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	196
Restaurants	151
Retail Stores	280

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.3 min
Drive Alone	95.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Baxterville, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Baxterville a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Baxterville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Baxterville vs U.S. Average

Income: Baxterville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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