McLain, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

McLain is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 394. Residents earn $41,667 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
394 Population 116/sq mi density
$41,667 Median Income $18,536 per capita
$56,300 Home Value $136,968 Zillow
$654 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$41,667 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,300 home value, $654/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,667
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,300
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $654
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population394
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,667
Per Capita$18,536
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$440M
Commute56 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,300
Rent$654
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,968
Housing Units226
Rent Burden14.2%

Health

Obesity42.7%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking18.0%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain63.9 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+86.9%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute56 min
Broadband86.9%
Libraries1

Is McLain a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McLain is $41,667, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McLain is $56,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $654 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

McLain enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

McLain has a population of 394 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 3% Black.

Population

394
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.7%
Female 69.3%

Race & Ethnicity

McLain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McLain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McLain is $41,667, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes.

Income: McLain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,667
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,536
Avg Weekly Wage$910
IRS Avg AGI$50,339

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)172
County GDP$440M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare18
Retail30
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,956
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time55.9 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McLain is $56,300, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $654 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,968.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,300
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,968

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$654
44% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%
Housing Units226
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,956
44% below US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In McLain, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure41.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.8%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Checkup Rate79.7%
Dental Visits9.4%
Premature Death15,413/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.5/10
Exercise Access36.5%
Healthcare Facilities18
McLain has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.9 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.9 inches
68% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates31.0956°N, 88.8224°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 86.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+86.9%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score4.42
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants8
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute55.9 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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