Median Income
$30,521
59% lower than US avg
Home Value
$140,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$360
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.6%
2% higher than US avg
How Millry Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population548
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans5.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$30,521
Per Capita$25,586
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$1,301M
Commute28 min
Housing
A
Home Value$140,600
Rent$360
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,052
Rent Burden30.9%
Health
Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation170 ft (52 m)
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+81.4%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband61.9%
Libraries3
Is Millry a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Millry receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Millry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Millry is $30,521, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Millry is $140,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $360 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Millry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Millry has a population of 548 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.4%), with 22.8% Black.
Population
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Millry is $30,521, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $30,521 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,586 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,670 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,279 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.2% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 318 |
| County GDP | $1,301M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,305 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.93% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 99.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Millry is $140,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $360 (69% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,052.
Home Values
| Census Median | $140,600 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $169,052 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $360 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,305 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.93% |
In Millry, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Millry vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.7% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.7% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.2% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,864/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 10.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Millry has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 170 ft (52 m) |
| Area | 7.5 sq mi (19.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6212°N, 88.3280°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 01129 |