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Mathiston, MS

Mississippi

Mathiston is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 842. Residents earn $59,514 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
842 Population 337/sq mi density
$59,514 Median Income $32,350 per capita
$125,900 Home Value $195,437 Zillow
$810 Median Rent 32.8% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$59,514 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,900 home value, $810/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,514
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,900
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $810
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population842
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density337/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,514
Per Capita$32,350
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$255M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,900
Rent$810
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,437
Housing Units386
Rent Burden32.8%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking15.5%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+9.4%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Mathiston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mathiston receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Mathiston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mathiston is $59,514, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mathiston is $125,900, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mathiston 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. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mathiston has a population of 842 with a density of 337 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%), with 13.3% Black.

Population

842
Total Population
337
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Mathiston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mathiston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mathiston is $59,514, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mathiston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,514
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,350
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$55,525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above 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 Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mathiston is $125,900, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,437.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,900
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,437

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$810
30% below US avg
Rent Burden32.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%
Housing Units386
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,120
39% below US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Mathiston, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.5%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits11.1%
Premature Death16,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access8.0%
Healthcare Facilities14
Mathiston 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. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density337/sq mi
Coordinates33.5389°N, 89.1259°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.2-point margin. 83.0% 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+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+9.4%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density337/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants14
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

Nearby Cities

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