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Bolivar, MS

Mississippi

Bolivar is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 55.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
55 Population 220/sq mi density
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population55
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density220/mi²
Male / Female2% / 98%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$47,622
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$724M
Commute20 min

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation140 ft (43 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+31.3%
School Score3.75

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute20 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries2

Is Bolivar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bolivar receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Bolivar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Education

27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.8/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Bolivar enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°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 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Bolivar has a population of 55 with a density of 220 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (23.6%).

Population

55
Total Population
220
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 1.8%
Female 98.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bolivar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only26.5%
66% below US avg
Spanish73.5%
449% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bolivar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bolivar is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Bolivar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$47,622
Avg Weekly Wage$911
IRS Avg AGI$49,214

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)433
County GDP$724M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare22
Retail51
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,092
40% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone63.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Bolivar has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.6 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood
Good Days %66.4%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation140 ft (43 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density220/sq mi
Coordinates33.6607°N, 91.0518°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.8-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.5%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 4.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+31.3%
School Test Score3.75
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density220/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants27
Retail Stores51

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone63.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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