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Big Creek, MS

Mississippi

Big Creek is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 119. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
119 Population 104/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $20,343 per capita
$79,400 Home Value $132,016 Zillow
$840 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,400 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,400
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.4%
218% higher than US avg

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

People

Population119
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$20,343
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty39.4%
County GDP$378M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,400
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,016
Housing Units82
Rent Burden32.0%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured15.2%
Smoking24.2%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries3

Is Big Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Big Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Creek is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 39.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Creek is $79,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Big Creek has a population of 119 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.8%), with 45.4% Black.

Population

119
Total Population
104
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Big Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Creek is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Big Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,343
Avg Weekly Wage$745
IRS Avg AGI$44,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate39.4%
218% above US avg
Establishments (County)270
County GDP$378M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare22
Retail64
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,175
38% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Creek is $79,400, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,016.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,400
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,016

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.7%
Housing Units82
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,175
38% below US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Big Creek, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.2% of residents lack health insurance. 24.2% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 36.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Big Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure42.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD11.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.2%
73% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress17.8%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured15.2%
77% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,509
Dentists1:4,260
Mental Health1:6,343
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits6.4%
Premature Death15,132/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access15.5%
Healthcare Facilities22
Big Creek has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.9 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates33.8464°N, 89.4159°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.6%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants11
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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