Nellieburg, MS

Mississippi

Nellieburg is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 1,297. Residents earn $24,227 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,297 Population 183/sq mi density
$24,227 Median Income $17,013 per capita
$120,200 Home Value
$785 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,227 median income, 2.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$120,200 home value, $785/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,227
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,200
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.7%
260% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,297
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

C
Median Income$24,227
Per Capita$17,013
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty44.7%
County GDP$4,841M
Commute21 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$120,200
Rent$785
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Elevation367 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+84.7%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Libraries1

Is Nellieburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nellieburg receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nellieburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nellieburg is $24,227, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 44.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nellieburg is $120,200, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $785 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nellieburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Nellieburg has a population of 1,297 with a density of 183 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.9%), with 29.8% Black.

Population

1,297
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Nellieburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nellieburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nellieburg is $24,227, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 44.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Nellieburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,227
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,013
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$67,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate44.7%
260% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,889
County GDP$4,841M

Business (County)

Restaurants185
Healthcare217
Retail356
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,033
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nellieburg is $120,200, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,200
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,033
15% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Nellieburg, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death14,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access58.4%
Healthcare Facilities217

Crime Rates: Nellieburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Nellieburg has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.4 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates32.3970°N, 88.7800°W
County FIPS28075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities217
Restaurants185
Retail Stores356

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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