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Louise, MS

Mississippi

Louise is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 155. Residents earn $21,447 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
155 Population 861/sq mi density
$21,447 Median Income $9,846 per capita
$44,700 Home Value $85,145 Zillow
66°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,447 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,700 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,447
71% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,700
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.4%
63% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.2%
265% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density861/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 10%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,447
Per Capita$9,846
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty45.2%
County GDP$107M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$85,145
Housing Units77
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity52.4%
Uninsured17.9%
Smoking27.8%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease9.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation106 ft (32 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+62.5%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 68%
Commute16 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries1

Is Louise a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Louise receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Louise offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Louise is $21,447, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 45.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Louise is $44,700, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x 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%. 62.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Louise enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Louise has a population of 155 with a density of 861 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (90.3%), with 9.7% White.

Population

155
Total Population
861
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Louise vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Louise vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Louise is $21,447, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 45.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Louise vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,447
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$9,846
Avg Weekly Wage$744
IRS Avg AGI$49,350

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate45.2%
265% above US avg
Establishments (County)142
County GDP$107M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare8
Retail16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,975
15% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Drive Alone30.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Louise is $44,700, 84% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $85,145.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,700
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$85,145

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.5%
Housing Units77
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,975
15% below US avg
Effective Rate6.66%
In Louise, 52.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% of residents lack health insurance. 27.8% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 46.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.4%
63% above US avg
Diabetes20.6%
Heart Disease9.7%
High Blood Pressure51.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD13.4%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke6.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.8%
99% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity46.9%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress19.8%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Uninsured17.9%
108% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.2%
Dental Visits5.6%
Premature Death21,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access1.2%
Healthcare Facilities8
Louise has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.3 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.3 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation106 ft (32 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density861/sq mi
Coordinates32.9814°N, 90.5904°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 36.8-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.2%
D 68%

Winner: Democrat by 36.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+62.5%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score4.42
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density861/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants5
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Drive Alone30.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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