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Lena, MS

Mississippi

Lena is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 144. Residents earn $93,750 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
144 Population 87/sq mi density
$93,750 Median Income $40,134 per capita
$116,700 Home Value $168,286 Zillow
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,750 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,700 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,750
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $116,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.2%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans77.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,750
Per Capita$40,134
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$897M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,286
Housing Units52
Rent Burden26.0%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking18.9%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation375 ft (114 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.2%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute33 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries2

Is Lena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lena receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Lena stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lena is $93,750, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lena is $116,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lena enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lena has a population of 144 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 4.2% Black.

Population

144
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lena is $93,750, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Lena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,750
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,134
Avg Weekly Wage$755
IRS Avg AGI$47,638

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)350
County GDP$897M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare34
Retail85
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,405
31% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone67.1%
Public Transit5.3%
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lena is $116,700, 59% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,286.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,700
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,286

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.0%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,405
31% below US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Lena, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits8.4%
Premature Death14,204/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access34.4%
Healthcare Facilities34
Lena has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation375 ft (114 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates32.5940°N, 89.5948°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.4-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 23.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.2%
4% above US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score4.42
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants31
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone67.1%
Public Transit5.3%
Work from Home17.1%

Nearby Cities

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