Grace, MS

Mississippi

Grace is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 219. Residents earn $42,098 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
219 Population 46/sq mi density
$42,098 Median Income $11,509 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$42,098 median income, 7.7% unemployment
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,098
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,098
Per Capita$11,509
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$107M
Commute11 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression13.9%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Elevation105 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+42.6%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 68%
Commute11 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries1

Is Grace a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grace is $42,098, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Grace enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grace has a population of 219 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (91.8%), with 8.2% White.

Population

219
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Grace vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grace vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grace is $42,098, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Grace vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,098
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,509
Avg Weekly Wage$744
IRS Avg AGI$49,350

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)142
County GDP$107M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare8
Retail16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,975
15% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.6 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied70.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,975
15% below US avg
In Grace, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.9% report depression. 36.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes16.6%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure44.6%
Asthma8.3%
COPD8.7%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.0%
Physical Inactivity36.1%
Depression13.9%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.6%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death21,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access1.2%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Grace has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.3 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates32.9914°N, 90.9569°W
County FIPS28125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, 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 36.8-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.2%
D 68%

Winner: Democrat by 36.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+42.6%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants5
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.6 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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