Mississippi · Metropolitan Area
Holly Springs is a small city in Mississippi with a population of 6,861. Residents earn $47,344 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
Based on current data, Holly Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Holly Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Holly Springs is $47,344, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Holly Springs is $110,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $754 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,581 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,490 per 100,000, 129% above the national average.
13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Holly Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,344 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,252 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $935 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,326 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 566 |
| County GDP | $1,206M |
| Restaurants | 40 |
| Healthcare | 34 |
| Retail | 107 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,874 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.59% |
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
| Census Median | $110,900 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $169,682 |
| Median List Price | $180,000 |
| Median List Price | $180,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $37 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $754 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,874 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.59% |
| Obesity | 45.6% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 49.5% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.6% |
| Depression | 17.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.1% |
| Premature Death | 16,967/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 35.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
| Total Violent | 1,580.8/100K |
| 316% above US avg | |
| Murder | 39.9/100K |
| 533% above US avg | |
| Rape | 53.1/100K |
| Robbery | 305.5/100K |
| Assault | 1,182.3/100K |
| Total Property | 4,489.9/100K |
| 129% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,208.8/100K |
| Theft | 3,188.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 93.0/100K |
| Arson | 26.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.3°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 58.2 inches |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 570 ft (174 m) |
| Area | 12.8 sq mi (33.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 537/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7780°N, 89.4458°W |
| County FIPS | 28093 |
Winner: Republican by 7.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.7% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 537/sq mi |
| Total Area | 12.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
| Restaurants | 40 |
| Retail Stores | 107 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Avg Commute | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |