Crawford, MS

Mississippi

Crawford is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 348. Residents earn $37,625 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
348 Population 249/sq mi density
$37,625 Median Income $27,444 per capita
$91,700 Home Value $141,740 Zillow
$1,031 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$37,625 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,700 home value, $1,031/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,625
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,031
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.6%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population348
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density249/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,625
Per Capita$27,444
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$346M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,700
Rent$1,031
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,740
Housing Units208
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity44.6%
Uninsured15.8%
Smoking20.9%
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation316 ft (96 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+74.6%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 26% / D 73%
Commute31 min
Broadband72.7%
Libraries3

Is Crawford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crawford receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Crawford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crawford is $37,625, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crawford is $91,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,031 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Crawford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Crawford has a population of 348 with a density of 249 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (94.8%), with 4.3% White.

Population

348
Total Population
249
People / sq mi
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Crawford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crawford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crawford is $37,625, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Crawford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,625
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,444
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$40,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)235
County GDP$346M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare15
Retail32
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,608
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone70.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Crawford is $91,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,031 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,740.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,700
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,740

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,031
11% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%
Housing Units208
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,608
25% below US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
In Crawford, 44.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.8% of residents lack health insurance. 20.9% are current smokers. 17.8% report depression. 42.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.6%
39% above US avg
Diabetes18.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure49.4%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.6%
Cancer4.6%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.9%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.5%
Physical Inactivity42.5%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep48.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured15.8%
84% above US avg
Checkup Rate82.6%
Dental Visits5.9%
Premature Death13,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access49.0%
Healthcare Facilities15
Crawford 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 is 57.2 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.2 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation316 ft (96 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates33.3023°N, 88.6253°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 47.6-point margin. 72.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 25.9%
D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+74.6%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density249/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants12
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone70.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

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