Carrollton, MS

Mississippi

Carrollton is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 423. Residents earn $83,523 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
423 Population 522/sq mi density
$83,523 Median Income $31,418 per capita
$118,100 Home Value
$1,731 Median Rent 22.4% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,523 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,100 home value, $1,731/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,523
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $118,100
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.2%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,731
49% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population423
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density522/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,523
Per Capita$31,418
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$148M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,100
Rent$1,731
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Elevation278 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.2%
High School+84.7%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute38 min
Broadband88.6%
Libraries2

Is Carrollton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carrollton receives an overall livability score of 4.6 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 long commute times, high obesity rates. Carrollton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carrollton is $83,523, 11% 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 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carrollton is $118,100, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,731 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Carrollton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Carrollton has a population of 423 with a density of 522 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 20.1% Black.

Population

423
Total Population
522
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.7%
Female 38.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Carrollton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Carrollton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carrollton is $83,523, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Carrollton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,523
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,418
Avg Weekly Wage$799
IRS Avg AGI$57,874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)136
County GDP$148M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare5
Retail24
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,415
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.9 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Carrollton is $118,100, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,731 (49% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,100
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,731
49% above US avg
Rent Burden22.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,415
31% below US avg
Effective Rate2.04%
In Carrollton, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma8.6%
COPD8.7%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death15,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access11.8%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Carrollton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation278 ft (85 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density522/sq mi
Coordinates33.5056°N, 89.9218°W
County FIPS28015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 37.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.3-point margin. 88.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.2%
10% above US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score4.42
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density522/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants4
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.9 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

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