Median Income $46,405

38% lower than US avg

Home Value $12,800

95% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.0%

15% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 36.6%

195% higher than US avg

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

People

Population265

Median Age43.7 yrs

Density77/mi²

Male / Female40% / 60%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$46,405

Per Capita$23,355

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty36.6%

County GDP$799M

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$12,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units147

Health

Obesity37.0%

Uninsured11.6%

Smoking18.3%

Depression23.2%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain61.5 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation383 ft (117 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+58.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%

Commute32 min

Broadband22.9%

Libraries3

Is Kirkville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirkville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Kirkville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirkville is $46,405, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 36.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirkville is $12,800, 95% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Kirkville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°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 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kirkville has a population of 265 with a density of 77 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%).

Population

265

Total Population

People / sq mi

43.7yrs

Median Age

12% above US avg

3.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.6%

Female 60.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirkville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.5%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.5%
	89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kirkville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirkville is $46,405, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Kirkville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,405
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,355
Avg Weekly Wage	$803
IRS Avg AGI	$51,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	36.6%
	195% above US avg
Establishments (County)	552
County GDP	$799M

Business (County)

Restaurants	42
Healthcare	40
Retail	92
Manufacturing	32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,378
	32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	18.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.0 min
Drive Alone	58.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	41.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirkville is $12,800, 95% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$12,800
	95% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	82.4%
Housing Units	147
Median Year Built	1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,378
	32% below US avg
Effective Rate	18.58%

In Kirkville, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.0%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	36.6%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	8.1%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.3%
	31% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	32.2%
Depression	23.2%
Mental Distress	19.3%
Physical Distress	14.6%
Short Sleep	33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	52.0%
Uninsured	11.6%
	35% above US avg
Checkup Rate	77.1%
Dental Visits	7.2%
Premature Death	13,055/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.1/10
Exercise Access	56.1%
Healthcare Facilities	40

Kirkville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	60.6°F
	12% above US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	61.5 inches
	62% above US avg
Snowfall	1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	383 ft (117 m)
Area	3.5 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density	77/sq mi
Coordinates	34.4420°N, 88.4855°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28117

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66-point margin. 22.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.7%

D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	58.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.42

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	77/sq mi
Total Area	3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	22.9%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	40
Restaurants	42
Retail Stores	92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.0 min
Drive Alone	58.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	41.8%

Kirkville, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Kirkville a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kirkville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kirkville vs U.S. Average

Income: Kirkville 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: Kirkville 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