Magee, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Magee is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 3,977. Residents earn $43,250 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,977 Population 756/sq mi density
$43,250 Median Income $20,519 per capita
$122,700 Home Value $160,815 Zillow
$740 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
45 Violent Crime/100K 1,504 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$43,250 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,700 home value, $740/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
45 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,250
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,700
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 45/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.2%
87% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,977
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density756/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,250
Per Capita$20,519
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty23.2%
County GDP$941M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,700
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,815

Crime

F
Violent45/100K
Property1,504/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault45/100K
Burglary516/100K

Health

Obesity44.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Elevation427 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+74.6%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Magee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magee receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Magee has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Magee is $43,250, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Magee is $122,700, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Magee is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,504 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Magee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Magee has a population of 3,977 with a density of 756 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (49.2%), with 43.7% White.

Population

3,977
Total Population
756
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Magee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Magee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magee is $43,250, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Magee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,250
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,519
Avg Weekly Wage$715
IRS Avg AGI$51,386

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.2%
87% above US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$941M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare54
Retail85
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,372
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Magee is $122,700, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,815.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,700
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,815
Median List Price$217,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$217,450
$/Sq Ft$99
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio93.4%
Price Drops8.3%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% 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-Occupied45.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,372
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Magee, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 39.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure45.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.9%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity39.9%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.5%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death15,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access33.4%
Healthcare Facilities54
Magee has a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,504 per 100,000 (23% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent44.9/100K
88% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault44.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,504.3/100K
23% below US avg
Burglary516.4/100K
Theft875.6/100K
Vehicle Theft112.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Magee has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density756/sq mi
Coordinates31.8730°N, 89.7340°W
County FIPS28127
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+74.6%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density756/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants41
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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