Home Value $118,000

58% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.3%

69% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.6%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 39.6%

220% higher than US avg

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

People

Population106

Median Age75.8 yrs

Density59/mi²

Male / Female30% / 70%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$20,568

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty39.6%

County GDP$807M

Commute47 min

Housing

Home Value$118,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units55

Rent Burden34.5%

Health

Obesity36.6%

Uninsured14.9%

Smoking20.4%

Depression20.6%

Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain55.9 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation362 ft (110 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.3%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%

Commute47 min

Broadband75.0%

Libraries2

Is Independence a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Independence receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Independence faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 39.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Independence is $118,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Independence enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Independence has a population of 106 with a density of 59 people per square mile. The median age is 75.8 years, 95% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

106

Total Population

People / sq mi

75.8yrs

Median Age

95% above US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.2%

Female 69.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Independence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Independence vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Independence is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Independence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$20,568
Avg Weekly Wage	$840
IRS Avg AGI	$59,158

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	39.6%
	220% above US avg
Establishments (County)	446
County GDP	$807M

Business (County)

Restaurants	50
Healthcare	43
Retail	83
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,608
	25% below US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	47.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Independence is $118,000, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$118,000
	58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	34.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	55
Median Year Built	1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,608
	25% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.21%

In Independence, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 35.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.6%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	13.6%
Heart Disease	7.1%
High Blood Pressure	40.4%
Asthma	9.8%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	6.6%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.4%
	46% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.2%
Physical Inactivity	35.0%
Depression	20.6%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	15.6%
Short Sleep	39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	14.9%
	73% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,033
Dentists	1:2,572
Mental Health	1:2,174
Checkup Rate	77.0%
Dental Visits	7.1%
Premature Death	14,233/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.3/10
Exercise Access	42.2%
Healthcare Facilities	43

Independence has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	60.0°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	55.9 inches
	47% above US avg
Snowfall	1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	362 ft (110 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density	59/sq mi
Coordinates	34.7078°N, 89.8075°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28137

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.8-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%

D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 43.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.3%
	69% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.42

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	59/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	75.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	43
Restaurants	50
Retail Stores	83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	47.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Independence, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Independence a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Independence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Independence vs U.S. Average

Income: Independence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities