Gunnison, MS

Mississippi

Gunnison is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 344. Residents earn $23,438 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
344 Population 351/sq mi density
$23,438 Median Income $31,089 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$196 Median Rent 21.5% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$23,438 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $196/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,438
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $196
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 53.5%
67% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 63.1%
409% higher than US avg

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

People

Population344
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density351/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 11%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

F
Median Income$23,438
Per Capita$31,089
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty63.1%
County GDP$1,386M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$196
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units184
Rent Burden21.5%

Health

Obesity53.5%
Uninsured19.1%
Smoking27.1%
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease9.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation155 ft (47 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+78.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 62%
Commute24 min
Broadband56.9%
Libraries5

Is Gunnison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gunnison receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Gunnison has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gunnison is $23,438, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 63.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gunnison is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $196 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Gunnison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gunnison has a population of 344 with a density of 351 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (78.5%), with 10.5% White.

Population

344
Total Population
351
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gunnison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gunnison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gunnison is $23,438, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 63.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Gunnison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,438
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,089
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$52,801

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate63.1%
409% above US avg
Establishments (County)841
County GDP$1,386M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare83
Retail140
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gunnison is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $196 (83% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$196
83% below US avg
Rent Burden21.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.9%
Housing Units184
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Rate4.39%
In Gunnison, 53.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% of residents lack health insurance. 27.1% are current smokers. 19.2% report depression. 51.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity53.5%
67% above US avg
Diabetes23.5%
Heart Disease9.3%
High Blood Pressure55.9%
Asthma12.2%
COPD12.9%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke7.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.1%
94% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.1%
Physical Inactivity51.0%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress19.9%
Short Sleep45.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured19.1%
122% above US avg
Checkup Rate83.4%
Dental Visits4.1%
Premature Death19,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.9/10
Exercise Access53.8%
Healthcare Facilities83
Gunnison has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.0 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation155 ft (47 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density351/sq mi
Coordinates33.9431°N, 90.9466°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin. 56.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.8%
D 61.5%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+78.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density351/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants70
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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