Hatley, MS

Mississippi

Hatley is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 622. Residents earn $63,000 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
622 Population 454/sq mi density
$63,000 Median Income $32,157 per capita
$189,900 Home Value
$825 Median Rent 38.3% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$63,000 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,900 home value, $825/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,000
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,900
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population622
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density454/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,000
Per Capita$32,157
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$1,315M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,900
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden38.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Elevation364 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+85.2%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute35 min
Broadband76.4%
Libraries4

Is Hatley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hatley receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hatley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hatley is $63,000, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hatley is $189,900, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hatley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hatley has a population of 622 with a density of 454 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

622
Total Population
454
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hatley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hatley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hatley is $63,000, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Hatley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,000
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,157
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$53,521

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)666
County GDP$1,315M

Business (County)

Restaurants52
Healthcare76
Retail121
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,238
36% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.8 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hatley is $189,900, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,900
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden38.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,238
36% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Hatley, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death13,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access40.1%
Healthcare Facilities76

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Hatley has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.5 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density454/sq mi
Coordinates33.9773°N, 88.4184°W
County FIPS28095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin. 76.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.7%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density454/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants52
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.8 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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