Mississippi · Metropolitan Area
Braxton is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 245. Residents earn $57,292 per year, which is 24% below the national average.
Based on current data, Braxton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Braxton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Braxton is $57,292, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Braxton is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Braxton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,292 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,260 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,006 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,641 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 31.1% |
| 151% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,585 |
| County GDP | $10,248M |
| Restaurants | 389 |
| Healthcare | 449 |
| Retail | 620 |
| Manufacturing | 113 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,074 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.89% |
| Commute Time | 40.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
| Census Median | $162,500 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 18.5% |
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,074 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.89% |
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.1% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.4% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 77.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,369/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 449 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 61.6 inches |
| 62% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 415/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0264°N, 89.9715°W |
| County FIPS | 28121 |
Winner: Republican by 47.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.2% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 73.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 415/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 75.0% |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 449 |
| Restaurants | 389 |
| Retail Stores | 620 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 23 |
| Avg Commute | 40.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |