Enterprise, MS

Mississippi

Enterprise is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 478. Residents earn $62,344 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
478 Population 195/sq mi density
$62,344 Median Income $32,494 per capita
$105,200 Home Value $147,868 Zillow
$944 Median Rent 17.2% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$62,344 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,200 home value, $944/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,344
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $944
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population478
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density195/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,344
Per Capita$32,494
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$408M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,200
Rent$944
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,868
Rent Burden17.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation235 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+93.1%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.4%
Libraries4

Is Enterprise a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Enterprise receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Enterprise stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Enterprise is $62,344, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Enterprise is $105,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $944 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Enterprise enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Enterprise has a population of 478 with a density of 195 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.8%), with 24.7% Black.

Population

478
Total Population
195
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Enterprise vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Enterprise vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Enterprise is $62,344, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Enterprise vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,344
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,494
Avg Weekly Wage$808
IRS Avg AGI$52,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)249
County GDP$408M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare18
Retail38
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,406
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Enterprise is $105,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $944 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,868.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,200
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,868

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$944
19% below US avg
Rent Burden17.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,406
31% below US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Enterprise, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death14,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access6.2%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Enterprise has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation235 ft (72 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density195/sq mi
Coordinates32.1725°N, 88.8158°W
County FIPS28023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 87.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score4.42
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density195/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants19
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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