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Meadville, MS

Mississippi

Meadville is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 569. Residents earn $56,378 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
569 Population 504/sq mi density
$56,378 Median Income $30,216 per capita
$85,200 Home Value $144,902 Zillow
$1,150 Median Rent 40.8% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,378 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,200 home value, $1,150/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,378
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,200
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,150
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population569
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density504/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,378
Per Capita$30,216
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$252M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,200
Rent$1,150
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,902
Housing Units310
Rent Burden40.8%

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured15.9%
Smoking26.5%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation310 ft (94 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+80.5%
Graduate+9.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute31 min
Broadband89.7%
Libraries1

Is Meadville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meadville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Meadville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meadville is $56,378, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meadville is $85,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Meadville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°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 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Meadville has a population of 569 with a density of 504 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81%), with 16.5% Black.

Population

569
Total Population
504
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Meadville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meadville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meadville is $56,378, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Meadville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,378
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,216
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$53,443

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)136
County GDP$252M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare10
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,975
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Meadville is $85,200, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,902.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,200
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,902

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,150
1% below US avg
Rent Burden40.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.9%
Housing Units310
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,975
44% below US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Meadville, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% of residents lack health insurance. 26.5% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 40.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes16.1%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure44.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD12.7%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.5%
89% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity40.5%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress18.9%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured15.9%
85% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits6.6%
Premature Death13,144/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access70.1%
Healthcare Facilities10
Meadville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation310 ft (94 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density504/sq mi
Coordinates31.4720°N, 90.8931°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.8-point margin. 89.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.6%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+80.5%
Graduate Degree+9.3%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density504/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants3
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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