Harperville, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Harperville is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 256.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
256 Population 178/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $4,705 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 26.6%
639% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population256
Median Age15.0 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female19% / 81%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,705
Unemployment26.6%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$1,446M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation412 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+30.6%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
CommuteN/A
Broadband30.6%
Libraries4

Is Harperville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harperville receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Harperville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 26.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Harperville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Harperville has a population of 256 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 15.0 years, 61% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 26.6% Black.

Population

256
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
15.0yrs
Median Age
61% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 18.8%
Female 81.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Harperville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Harperville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harperville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 26.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Harperville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,705
Avg Weekly Wage$866
IRS Avg AGI$47,636

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment26.6%
639% above US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)527
County GDP$1,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare39
Retail121
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,604
26% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

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-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,604
26% below US avg
In Harperville, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity35.9%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death14,974/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities39

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Harperville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation412 ft (126 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates32.4928°N, 89.4879°W
County FIPS28123
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24-point margin. 30.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 24 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+30.6%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density178/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants46
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

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