Bond, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Bond is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 364. Residents earn $48,580 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
364 Population 146/sq mi density
$48,580 Median Income $64,401 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$48,580 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,580
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.0%
198% higher than US avg

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

People

Population364
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density146/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,580
Per Capita$64,401
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty37.0%
County GDP$565M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Elevation295 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+93.5%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries2

Is Bond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bond receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bond is $48,580, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 37.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bond enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bond has a population of 364 with a density of 146 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.4%), with 34.6% Black.

Population

364
Total Population
146
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 41.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bond is $48,580, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 37.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Bond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,580
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$64,401
Avg Weekly Wage$820
IRS Avg AGI$57,356

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate37.0%
198% above US avg
Establishments (County)332
County GDP$565M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare29
Retail65
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,533
28% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied73.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,533
28% below US avg
In Bond, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 36.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure42.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.5%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity36.1%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death13,553/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access77.9%
Healthcare Facilities29

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Bond has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.4 inches
77% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density146/sq mi
Coordinates30.9020°N, 89.1657°W
County FIPS28131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 58 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score4.42
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density146/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants35
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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