Louisville, MS

Mississippi

Louisville is a small city in Mississippi with a population of 6,018. Residents earn $37,679 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,018 Population 399/sq mi density
$37,679 Median Income $25,351 per capita
$135,800 Home Value $137,773 Zillow
$539 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
218 Violent Crime/100K 483 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$37,679 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$135,800 home value, $539/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
218 violent crimes/100K (43% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,679
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,800
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 218/100K
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $539
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.9%
214% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,018
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density399/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 42%

Economy

C
Median Income$37,679
Per Capita$25,351
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty38.9%
County GDP$684M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,800
Rent$539
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,773

Crime

F
Violent218/100K
Property483/100K
Murder15.6/100K
Assault125/100K
Burglary187/100K

Health

Obesity46.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Elevation566 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+84.1%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute16 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Louisville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Louisville receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Louisville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Louisville is $37,679, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 38.9% 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 Louisville is $135,800, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $539 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Louisville is below the national average at 218 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 483 per 100,000, 75% below the national average.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Louisville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Louisville has a population of 6,018 with a density of 399 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (55.7%), with 42.4% White.

Population

6,018
Total Population
399
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
15.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Louisville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Louisville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Louisville is $37,679, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Louisville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,679
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,351
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$51,365

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.9%
214% above US avg
Establishments (County)363
County GDP$684M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare24
Retail79
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,905
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Louisville is $135,800, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $539 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,773.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,800
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,773

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$539
54% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,905
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Louisville, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 41.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.0%
43% above US avg
Diabetes18.4%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure48.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD10.4%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.1%
Physical Inactivity41.1%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate82.5%
Premature Death13,717/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities24
Louisville has a violent crime rate of 218 per 100,000 residents, 43% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 483 per 100,000 (75% below US avg). The murder rate is 15.6 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Louisville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent218.0/100K
43% below US avg
Murder15.6/100K
147% above US avg
Rape15.6/100K
Robbery62.3/100K
Assault124.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property482.7/100K
75% below US avg
Burglary186.9/100K
Theft295.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Louisville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation566 ft (173 m)
Area15.1 sq mi (39.1 km²)
Population Density399/sq mi
Coordinates33.1229°N, 89.0549°W
County FIPS28159
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 18.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 40.5%

Winner: Republican by 18.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+84.1%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density399/sq mi
Total Area15.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants32
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Work from Home2.0%

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