Elliott, MS

Mississippi

Elliott is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 645. Residents earn $55,595 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
645 Population 142/sq mi density
$55,595 Median Income $27,475 per capita
$54,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$55,595 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,800 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,595
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,800
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.0%
85% higher than US avg

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

People

Population645
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,595
Per Capita$27,475
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.0%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Elevation220 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+71.4%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute18 min
Broadband82.6%
Libraries1

Is Elliott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elliott receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Elliott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elliott is $55,595, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elliott is $54,800, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Elliott enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Elliott has a population of 645 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

645
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.3%
Female 63.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Elliott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Elliott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elliott is $55,595, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Elliott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,595
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,475
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$56,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.0%
85% above US avg
Establishments (County)598
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare59
Retail128
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elliott is $54,800, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,800
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate5.47%
In Elliott, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate60.7%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death16,291/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities59

Crime Rates: Elliott vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Elliott has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates33.6913°N, 89.7525°W
County FIPS28043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.3-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.9%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 16.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+71.4%
School Test Score4.42
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants53
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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