Farrell, MS

Mississippi

Farrell is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 216. Residents earn $37,007 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
216 Population 166/sq mi density
$37,007 Median Income $15,220 per capita
$38,400 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$37,007 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,400 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,007
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,400
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population216
Median Age28.1 yrs
Density166/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,007
Per Capita$15,220
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$859M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units134

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking13.0%
Depression16.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation166 ft (51 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+78.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute15 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries1

Is Farrell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farrell receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Farrell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farrell is $37,007, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farrell is $38,400, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Farrell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Farrell has a population of 216 with a density of 166 people per square mile. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

216
Total Population
166
People / sq mi
28.1yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Farrell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Farrell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farrell is $37,007, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Farrell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,007
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,220
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$45,568

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)583
County GDP$859M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare76
Retail92
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.7 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Farrell is $38,400, 86% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,400
86% 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-Occupied63.0%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Rate8.68%
In Farrell, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 16.7% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure44.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.2%
Cancer4.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.7%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression16.7%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep42.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate84.5%
Dental Visits11.2%
Premature Death22,826/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities76
Farrell has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation166 ft (51 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density166/sq mi
Coordinates34.2617°N, 90.6750°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 39.8-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.6%
D 69.4%

Winner: Democrat by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+78.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density166/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants50
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.7 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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