Mississippi
Isola is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 844. Residents earn $40,313 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Isola receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Isola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Isola is $40,313, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 27.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Isola is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $590 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Isola 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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,313 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,036 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $715 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $38,511 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 27.1% |
| 119% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 181 |
| County GDP | $221M |
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,970 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.97% |
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $100,000 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $85,940 |
| Census Median Rent | $590 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 31.1% |
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,970 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.97% |
| Obesity | 52.0% |
| 62% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 51.1% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 5.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 10.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 44.1% |
| Depression | 19.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.6% |
| Premature Death | 21,431/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.8 inches |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 103 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,141/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2634°N, 90.5923°W |
| County FIPS | 28053 |
Winner: Democrat by 41.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.9% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 73.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,141/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 62.7% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Retail Stores | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 22.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |