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Jumpertown, MS

Mississippi

Jumpertown is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 384. Residents earn $45,227 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
384 Population 215/sq mi density
$45,227 Median Income $27,191 per capita
$113,600 Home Value $130,875 Zillow
$673 Median Rent 23.7% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$45,227 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,600 home value, $673/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,227
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,600
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $673
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.3%
88% higher than US avg

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

People

Population384
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density215/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,227
Per Capita$27,191
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty23.3%
County GDP$799M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,600
Rent$673
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$130,875
Housing Units197
Rent Burden23.7%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking15.6%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation595 ft (181 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+85.1%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute23 min
Broadband76.1%
Libraries3

Is Jumpertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jumpertown receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jumpertown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jumpertown is $45,227, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jumpertown is $113,600, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $673 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.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Jumpertown 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. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jumpertown has a population of 384 with a density of 215 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 7% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.

Population

384
Total Population
215
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Jumpertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jumpertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jumpertown is $45,227, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Jumpertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,227
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,191
Avg Weekly Wage$803
IRS Avg AGI$51,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.3%
88% above US avg
Establishments (County)552
County GDP$799M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare40
Retail92
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,378
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone94.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Jumpertown is $113,600, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $673 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $130,875.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,600
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$130,875

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$673
42% below US avg
Rent Burden23.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.2%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,378
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Jumpertown, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.7%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits11.1%
Premature Death13,055/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access56.1%
Healthcare Facilities40
Jumpertown 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 60.4 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.4 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation595 ft (181 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density215/sq mi
Coordinates34.7061°N, 88.6676°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66-point margin. 76.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.7%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+85.1%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density215/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants42
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone94.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

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