Cruger, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Cruger is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 333. Residents earn $30,313 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
333 Population 347/sq mi density
$30,313 Median Income $24,470 per capita
$74,200 Home Value $108,306 Zillow
$933 Median Rent 43.6% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$30,313 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,200 home value, $933/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,313
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,200
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.0%
62% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.2%
176% higher than US avg

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

People

Population333
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density347/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,313
Per Capita$24,470
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty34.2%
County GDP$334M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,200
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,306
Housing Units154
Rent Burden43.6%

Health

Obesity52.0%
Uninsured16.7%
Smoking23.9%
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+15.1%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 18% / D 81%
Commute25 min
Broadband37.4%
Libraries5

Is Cruger a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cruger is $30,313, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 34.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cruger is $74,200, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 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

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cruger enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cruger has a population of 333 with a density of 347 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (85%), with 12.3% White.

Population

333
Total Population
347
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cruger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cruger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cruger is $30,313, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Cruger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,313
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,470
Avg Weekly Wage$796
IRS Avg AGI$35,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.2%
176% above US avg
Establishments (County)288
County GDP$334M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare32
Retail52
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,736
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cruger is $74,200, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,306.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,200
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,306

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden43.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.3%
Housing Units154
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,736
50% below US avg
Effective Rate2.34%
In Cruger, 52.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% of residents lack health insurance. 23.9% are current smokers. 18.2% report depression. 45.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.0%
62% above US avg
Diabetes21.4%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure53.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD10.8%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.9%
71% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.5%
Physical Inactivity45.2%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress17.8%
Short Sleep44.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Uninsured16.7%
94% above US avg
Checkup Rate83.0%
Dental Visits5.4%
Premature Death22,286/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.2/10
Exercise Access39.6%
Healthcare Facilities32
Cruger has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.8 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
36% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density347/sq mi
Coordinates33.3230°N, 90.2355°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 62.1-point margin. 37.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 18.5%
D 80.5%

Winner: Democrat by 62.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+15.1%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density347/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants19
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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