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Drew, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Sunflower County County
Drew, MS
At a Glance
How Drew Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Drew's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Drew a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Drew residents earn a median household income of $22,407 , which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,911. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 535 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Drew is $60,000 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $73,280. Median rent is $687/month, with 37.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Drew reports 1,238 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 226% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,214/100K.
Education
13.1% of adults in Drew hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 68.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Drew has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.