Foxworth, MS

Mississippi

Foxworth is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 335. Residents earn $21,212 per year, which is 72% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
335 Population 121/sq mi density
$21,212 Median Income $15,090 per capita
$61,000 Home Value $136,266 Zillow
67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,212 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,000 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,212
72% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,000
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population335
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density121/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 23%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,212
Per Capita$15,090
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$1,142M
Commute62 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,266
Housing Units249

Health

Obesity43.1%
Uninsured14.5%
Smoking21.0%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.9 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation158 ft (48 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+76.1%
Graduate+8.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute62 min
Broadband59.2%
Libraries1

Is Foxworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foxworth receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Foxworth has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foxworth is $21,212, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 62 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Foxworth is $61,000, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Foxworth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Foxworth has a population of 335 with a density of 121 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (60.6%), with 23.3% White.

Population

335
Total Population
121
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Foxworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Foxworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foxworth is $21,212, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 62 minutes.

Income: Foxworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,212
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,090
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$54,734

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)604
County GDP$1,142M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare49
Retail97
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,081
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time61.8 min
Drive Alone44.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Foxworth is $61,000, 78% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,266.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,000
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,266

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-Occupied65.5%
Housing Units249
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,081
12% below US avg
Effective Rate5.05%
In Foxworth, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.5% of residents lack health insurance. 21.0% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure42.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD9.0%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.0%
50% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity35.9%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.2%
Uninsured14.5%
69% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits7.0%
Premature Death17,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Foxworth has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.9 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.9 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation158 ft (48 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density121/sq mi
Coordinates31.2386°N, 89.8828°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.6-point margin. 59.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 28.7%

Winner: Republican by 41.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+76.1%
Graduate Degree+8.0%
School Test Score4.42
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density121/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants46
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute61.8 min
Drive Alone44.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.0%

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