Brooksville, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Noxubee County County
Brooksville, MS
At a Glance
How Brooksville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brooksville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brooksville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brooksville residents earn a median household income of $22,917 , which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,575. The unemployment rate stands at 15.2% (322% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 235 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brooksville is $81,400 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $141,740. Median rent is $910/month, with 34.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1989.
Education
9.2% of adults in Brooksville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 77.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brooksville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches.