Gunnison, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Bolivar County County
Gunnison, MS
At a Glance
How Gunnison Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gunnison's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gunnison a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gunnison residents earn a median household income of $23,438 , which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,089. The unemployment rate stands at 28.4% (689% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 63.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 841 business establishments, including 70 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gunnison is $75,000 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $79,294. Median rent is $196/month, with 21.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Education
9.1% of adults in Gunnison hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 78.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.