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Mayersville, MS

Mississippi

Mayersville is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 205. Residents earn $12,431 per year, which is 83% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
205 Population 186/sq mi density
$12,431 Median Income $16,933 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$247 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$12,431 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $247/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $12,431
83% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $247
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.7%
52% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.7%
171% higher than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density186/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans0.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$12,431
Per Capita$16,933
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.7%
County GDP$23M
Commute29 min

Housing

B
Home Value$75,000
Rent$247
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units150
Rent Burden21.8%

Health

Obesity48.7%
Uninsured25.9%
Smoking22.2%
Depression14.6%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation103 ft (31 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+58.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 46%
Commute29 min
Broadband31.2%

Is Mayersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mayersville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Mayersville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mayersville is $12,431, 83% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mayersville is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $247 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mayersville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mayersville has a population of 205 with a density of 186 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (97.1%), with 2% White.

Population

205
Total Population
186
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mayersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mayersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mayersville is $12,431, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Mayersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$12,431
83% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,933
Avg Weekly Wage$671
IRS Avg AGI$43,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.7%
171% above US avg
Establishments (County)38
County GDP$23M

Business (County)

Healthcare3

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mayersville is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $247 (79% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$247
79% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied38.4%
Housing Units150
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

In Mayersville, 48.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% of residents lack health insurance. 22.2% are current smokers. 14.6% report depression. 44.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.7%
52% above US avg
Diabetes20.0%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure49.7%
Asthma9.3%
COPD9.0%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.2%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity44.1%
Depression14.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep44.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured25.9%
201% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits4.7%
Premature Death7,592/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access8.1%
Healthcare Facilities3
Mayersville has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation103 ft (31 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density186/sq mi
Coordinates32.8964°N, 91.0467°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.5-point margin. 31.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.6%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 1.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+58.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density186/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.2%
Healthcare Facilities3

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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