Crosby, MS

Mississippi

Crosby is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 277. Residents earn $12,857 per year, which is 83% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
277 Population 131/sq mi density
$12,857 Median Income $10,115 per capita
$93,000 Home Value $120,882 Zillow
$428 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$12,857 median income, 4.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$93,000 home value, $428/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $12,857
83% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,000
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.5%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $428
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.5%
54% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 54.8%
342% higher than US avg

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

People

Population277
Median Age27.2 yrs
Density131/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 25%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

D
Median Income$12,857
Per Capita$10,115
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty54.8%
County GDP$201M
Commute32 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$93,000
Rent$428
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,882
Housing Units139
Rent Burden36.3%

Health

Obesity49.5%
Uninsured14.7%
Smoking22.9%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain66.6 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation172 ft (52 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+76.2%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 62%
Commute32 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries2

Is Crosby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crosby receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Crosby has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crosby is $12,857, 83% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 54.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crosby is $93,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $428 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Crosby enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 66.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Crosby has a population of 277 with a density of 131 people per square mile. The median age is 27.2 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (74.7%), with 25.3% White.

Population

277
Total Population
131
People / sq mi
27.2yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.8%
Female 68.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Crosby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crosby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crosby is $12,857, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 54.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Crosby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$12,857
83% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,115
Avg Weekly Wage$771
IRS Avg AGI$47,551

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate54.8%
342% above US avg
Establishments (County)123
County GDP$201M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare17
Retail20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,020
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Crosby is $93,000, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $428 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,882.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,000
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,882

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$428
63% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.2%
Housing Units139
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,020
42% below US avg
Effective Rate2.17%
In Crosby, 49.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.7% of residents lack health insurance. 22.9% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 43.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.5%
54% above US avg
Diabetes18.3%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure48.5%
Asthma12.2%
COPD10.2%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.9%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity43.5%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress17.5%
Short Sleep46.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Uninsured14.7%
71% above US avg
Checkup Rate82.3%
Dental Visits5.6%
Premature Death18,459/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access10.5%
Healthcare Facilities17
Crosby has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.6 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.6 inches
75% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation172 ft (52 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density131/sq mi
Coordinates31.2744°N, 91.0615°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 25.3-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.7%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.5%
7% below US avg
High School+76.2%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score4.42
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density131/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants4
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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