Inverness, MS

Mississippi

Inverness is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 757. Residents earn $52,250 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
757 Population 526/sq mi density
$52,250 Median Income $28,645 per capita
$136,200 Home Value $116,318 Zillow
$550 Median Rent 19.8% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$52,250 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,200 home value, $550/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,250
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,200
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

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

People

Population757
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density526/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,250
Per Capita$28,645
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$221M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,200
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$116,318
Rent Burden19.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Elevation118 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+89.7%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 70%
Commute22 min
Broadband74.8%
Libraries1

Is Inverness a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inverness receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Inverness offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inverness is $52,250, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inverness is $136,200, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Inverness enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Inverness has a population of 757 with a density of 526 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 35.5% Black.

Population

757
Total Population
526
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Inverness vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Inverness vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inverness is $52,250, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Inverness vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,250
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,645
Avg Weekly Wage$715
IRS Avg AGI$38,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg
Establishments (County)181
County GDP$221M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare18
Retail25
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,970
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Inverness is $136,200, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $116,318.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,200
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$116,318

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg
Rent Burden19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,970
15% below US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Inverness, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.9%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity34.0%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate81.1%
Premature Death21,431/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access1.0%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Inverness has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.8 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density526/sq mi
Coordinates33.3542°N, 90.5912°W
County FIPS28053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 41.9-point margin. 74.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 28.6%
D 70.4%

Winner: Democrat by 41.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density526/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants7
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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