Kilmichael, MS

Mississippi

Kilmichael is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 520. Residents earn $41,333 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
520 Population 177/sq mi density
$41,333 Median Income $28,160 per capita
$83,800 Home Value $130,505 Zillow
$575 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$41,333 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,800 home value, $575/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,333
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,800
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population520
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,333
Per Capita$28,160
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$273M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,800
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$130,505
Housing Units382
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking15.2%
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain59.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation348 ft (106 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+80.4%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute27 min
Broadband71.7%
Libraries3

Is Kilmichael a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kilmichael receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kilmichael offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kilmichael is $41,333, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kilmichael is $83,800, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Kilmichael enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kilmichael has a population of 520 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (50.2%), with 49% White.

Population

520
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Kilmichael vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kilmichael vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kilmichael is $41,333, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Kilmichael vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,333
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,160
Avg Weekly Wage$802
IRS Avg AGI$48,912

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)236
County GDP$273M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare21
Retail46
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone97.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kilmichael is $83,800, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $130,505.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,800
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$130,505

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.7%
Housing Units382
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Rate3.32%
In Kilmichael, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 17.6% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure41.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate81.0%
Dental Visits9.8%
Premature Death17,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities21
Kilmichael has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.0 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates33.4405°N, 89.5603°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin. 71.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+80.4%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants21
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone97.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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