Lula, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Lula is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 218. Residents earn $38,333 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
218 Population 519/sq mi density
$38,333 Median Income $30,529 per capita
$63,300 Home Value
$325 Median Rent 25.3% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$38,333 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,300 home value, $325/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,333
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,300
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $325
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.2%
56% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population218
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 11%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,333
Per Capita$30,529
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$731M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,300
Rent$325
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden25.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity50.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease8.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation182 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+69.2%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute25 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries2

Is Lula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lula receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lula offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lula is $38,333, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lula is $63,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $325 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lula enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lula has a population of 218 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (89.4%), with 10.6% White.

Population

218
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Lula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lula is $38,333, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Lula vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,333
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,529
Avg Weekly Wage$802
IRS Avg AGI$40,687

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)270
County GDP$731M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare16
Retail46
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,730
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lula is $63,300, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $325 (72% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,300
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$325
72% below US avg
Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,730
22% below US avg
Effective Rate4.31%
In Lula, 50.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 45.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.2%
56% above US avg
Diabetes22.4%
Heart Disease8.7%
High Blood Pressure54.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD11.5%
Stroke6.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.4%
Physical Inactivity45.9%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate83.3%
Premature Death21,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Lula has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation182 ft (55 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates34.4545°N, 90.4779°W
County FIPS28143
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.9-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30%
D 68.9%

Winner: Democrat by 38.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+69.2%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants33
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

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