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Kossuth, MS

Mississippi

Kossuth is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 154. Residents earn $100,625 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
154 Population 159/sq mi density
$100,625 Median Income $29,740 per capita
$162,500 Home Value
$1,025 Median Rent 12.9% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$100,625 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $1,025/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,625
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population154
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density159/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,625
Per Capita$29,740
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$1,661M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units69
Rent Burden12.9%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking19.5%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation454 ft (138 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+87.7%
Graduate+11.1%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute19 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries2

Is Kossuth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kossuth receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Kossuth stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kossuth is $100,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Kossuth among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kossuth is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Kossuth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kossuth has a population of 154 with a density of 159 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 10.4% Hispanic.

Population

154
Total Population
159
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Kossuth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kossuth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kossuth is $100,625, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Kossuth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,625
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,740
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$60,116

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)820
County GDP$1,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare103
Retail172
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,482
1% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone96.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kossuth is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden12.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%
Housing Units69
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,482
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Kossuth, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,290
Dentists1:1,710
Mental Health1:310
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits9.6%
Premature Death12,635/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access52.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Kossuth has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density159/sq mi
Coordinates34.8694°N, 88.6433°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 15.4%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+87.7%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density159/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants75
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone96.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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