Buckatunna, MS

Mississippi

Buckatunna is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 297. Residents earn $95,933 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
297 Population 48/sq mi density
$95,933 Median Income $24,014 per capita
$110,600 Home Value $139,942 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,933 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,600 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,933
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $110,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.9%
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.2%
53% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population297
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,933
Per Capita$24,014
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$906M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,942

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.1 in/yr
Elevation152 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.9%
High School+95.5%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute20 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries2

Is Buckatunna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckatunna receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Buckatunna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buckatunna is $95,933, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buckatunna is $110,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Buckatunna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Buckatunna has a population of 297 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

297
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckatunna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Buckatunna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckatunna is $95,933, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Buckatunna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,933
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,014
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$51,929

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)393
County GDP$906M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare19
Retail72
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,371
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone50.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Buckatunna is $110,600, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,942.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,600
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,942

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-Occupied91.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,371
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Buckatunna, 49.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 46.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.2%
53% above US avg
Diabetes18.8%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure47.8%
Asthma12.4%
COPD12.6%
Stroke6.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity46.4%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress19.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate80.4%
Premature Death15,308/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access41.4%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Buckatunna has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.1 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation152 ft (46 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates31.5532°N, 88.5343°W
County FIPS28153
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 42.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.7-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 32.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.9%
27% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score4.42
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants32
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone50.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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