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Blue Springs, MS

Mississippi

Blue Springs is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 271. Residents earn $60,156 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
271 Population 60/sq mi density
$60,156 Median Income $32,600 per capita
$170,000 Home Value $191,940 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 40.6% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$60,156 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,000 home value, $950/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,156
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population271
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,156
Per Capita$32,600
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$6,477M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,940
Housing Units158
Rent Burden40.6%

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking20.1%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Blue Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Blue Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blue Springs is $60,156, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blue Springs is $170,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 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

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Blue Springs has a population of 271 with a density of 60 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.8%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 13.7% Black.

Population

271
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Blue Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Springs is $60,156, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Blue Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,156
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,600
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$70,452

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,687
County GDP$6,477M

Business (County)

Restaurants275
Healthcare338
Retail503
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,258
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Springs is $170,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,940.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,000
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,940

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden40.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%
Housing Units158
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,258
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Blue Springs, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.1% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Blue Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits10.3%
Premature Death12,357/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities338
Blue Springs has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.7 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.7 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates34.3928°N, 88.8833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities338
Restaurants275
Retail Stores503

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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