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Elizabeth, MS

Mississippi

Elizabeth is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 204.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
204 Population 638/sq mi density
$525 Median Rent 25.5% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density638/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 10%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$45,604
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,776M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118
Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured13.8%
Smoking19.0%
Depression16.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation120 ft (37 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+77.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 67%
Commute27 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries7

Is Elizabeth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elizabeth receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Elizabeth has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Elizabeth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°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 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Elizabeth has a population of 204 with a density of 638 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (89.7%), with 10.3% White.

Population

204
Total Population
638
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.2%
Female 61.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Elizabeth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elizabeth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elizabeth is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Elizabeth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$45,604
Avg Weekly Wage$836
IRS Avg AGI$47,849

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,190
County GDP$1,776M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare153
Retail182
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,952
16% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden25.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied23.5%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,952
16% below US avg
In Elizabeth, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 16.4% report depression. 35.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes16.8%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure48.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.0%
Cancer5.1%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.6%
Physical Inactivity35.8%
Depression16.4%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep44.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured13.8%
60% above US avg
Checkup Rate81.8%
Dental Visits7.4%
Premature Death20,282/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access73.4%
Healthcare Facilities153
Elizabeth has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 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) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation120 ft (37 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density638/sq mi
Coordinates33.4271°N, 90.8807°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 67%

Winner: Democrat by 35 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+77.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density638/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities153
Restaurants85
Retail Stores182

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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