Big Point, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Big Point is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 860. Residents earn $114,067 per year, which is 52% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
860 Population 293/sq mi density
$114,067 Median Income $63,408 per capita
$168,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$114,067 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,800 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $114,067
52% higher than US avg
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population860
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density293/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$114,067
Per Capita$63,408
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,873M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain67.1 in/yr
Elevation55 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+87.1%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute29 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries7

Is Big Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Point receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Big Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Point is $114,067, which is significantly higher than the national average — 52% above $75,149. This places Big Point among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Point is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Big Point has a population of 860 with a density of 293 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

860
Total Population
293
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Big Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Point is $114,067, which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Big Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$114,067
52% above US avg
Per Capita Income$63,408
Avg Weekly Wage$1,147
IRS Avg AGI$66,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,762
County GDP$10,873M

Business (County)

Restaurants293
Healthcare307
Retail429
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,676
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone67.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Point is $168,800, 40% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% 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-Occupied92.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,676
5% above US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Big Point, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death11,607/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities307

Crime Rates: Big Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Big Point has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.6°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.1 inches
77% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation55 ft (17 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates30.5906°N, 88.4846°W
County FIPS28059
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density293/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities307
Restaurants293
Retail Stores429

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone67.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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