Mantee, MS

Mississippi

Mantee is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 527. Residents earn $93,875 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
527 Population 116/sq mi density
$93,875 Median Income $55,239 per capita
$117,400 Home Value $180,057 Zillow
$656 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,875 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,400 home value, $656/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,875
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $117,400
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $656
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population527
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,875
Per Capita$55,239
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$255M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,400
Rent$656
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,057
Rent Burden13.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Elevation381 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+92.6%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute32 min
Broadband94.9%
Libraries2

Is Mantee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mantee receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Mantee stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mantee is $93,875, 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 0.7%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mantee is $117,400, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $656 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mantee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mantee has a population of 527 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

527
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mantee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mantee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mantee is $93,875, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Mantee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,875
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,239
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$55,525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)203
County GDP$255M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare14
Retail34
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,120
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mantee is $117,400, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $656 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,057.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,400
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,057

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$656
44% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,120
39% below US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Mantee, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death16,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access8.0%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Mantee has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.7 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates33.7209°N, 89.0587°W
County FIPS28155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.2-point margin. 94.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.3%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 65.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants14
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home5.7%

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