Holly Springs, MS

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.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,861 Population 537/sq mi density
$47,344 Median Income $22,252 per capita
$110,900 Home Value $169,682 Zillow
$754 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
1,581 Violent Crime/100K 4,490 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,344 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,900 home value, $754/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,581 violent crimes/100K (316% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,344
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,900
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,581/100K
316% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $754
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,861
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density537/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 25%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,344
Per Capita$22,252
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$1,206M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,900
Rent$754
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,682

Crime

F
Violent1,581/100K
Property4,490/100K
Murder39.9/100K
Assault1,182/100K
Burglary1,209/100K

Health

Obesity45.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.2 in/yr
Elevation570 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+83.2%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Holly Springs a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Holly Springs has a population of 6,861 with a density of 537 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (70.9%), with 25.3% White.

Population

6,861
Total Population
537
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
12.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Holly Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holly Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holly Springs is $47,344, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Holly Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,344
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,252
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$50,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)566
County GDP$1,206M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare34
Retail107
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,874
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Holly Springs is $110,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $754 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,682.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,682
Median List Price$180,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$180,000
$/Sq Ft$37
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$754
35% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,874
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
In Holly Springs, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 38.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Holly Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.6%
42% above US avg
Diabetes17.7%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure49.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.5%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity38.6%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate82.1%
Premature Death16,967/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access35.7%
Healthcare Facilities34
Holly Springs has a violent crime rate of 1,581 per 100,000 residents, 316% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,490 per 100,000 (129% above US avg). The murder rate is 39.9 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,580.8/100K
316% above US avg
Murder39.9/100K
533% above US avg
Rape53.1/100K
Robbery305.5/100K
Assault1,182.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,489.9/100K
129% above US avg
Burglary1,208.8/100K
Theft3,188.1/100K
Vehicle Theft93.0/100K
Arson26.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Holly Springs has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.2 inches
53% above US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation570 ft (174 m)
Area12.8 sq mi (33.1 km²)
Population Density537/sq mi
Coordinates34.7780°N, 89.4458°W
County FIPS28093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 46%

Winner: Republican by 7.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+83.2%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density537/sq mi
Total Area12.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants40
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home4.4%

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