Holcomb, MS

Mississippi

Holcomb is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 262. Residents earn $63,514 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
262 Population 55/sq mi density
$63,514 Median Income $21,460 per capita
$104,400 Home Value $161,673 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$63,514 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,400 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,514
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.7%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population262
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,514
Per Capita$21,460
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,673

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Elevation180 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+95.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries1

Is Holcomb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holcomb receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Holcomb offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holcomb is $63,514, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holcomb is $104,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Holcomb enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Holcomb has a population of 262 with a density of 55 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (55%), with 45% White.

Population

262
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.9%
Female 40.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Holcomb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Holcomb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holcomb is $63,514, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Holcomb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,514
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,460
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$56,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)598
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare59
Retail128
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone95.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Holcomb is $104,400, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,673.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$161,673

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-Occupied88.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate2.87%
In Holcomb, 45.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.7%
42% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure43.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity34.9%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death16,291/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities59

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Holcomb has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates33.7642°N, 89.9732°W
County FIPS28043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.3-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.9%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 16.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants53
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone95.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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