New Hebron, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

New Hebron is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 486. Residents earn $66,618 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
486 Population 725/sq mi density
$66,618 Median Income $28,769 per capita
$108,500 Home Value $104,907 Zillow
$924 Median Rent 32.1% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$66,618 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,500 home value, $924/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,618
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $924
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population486
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density725/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,618
Per Capita$28,769
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$941M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,500
Rent$924
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$104,907
Housing Units194
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity45.1%
Uninsured13.5%
Smoking22.6%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation405 ft (123 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute38 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries3

Is New Hebron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Hebron receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. New Hebron stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Hebron is $66,618, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Hebron is $108,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $924 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

New Hebron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Hebron has a population of 486 with a density of 725 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.3%), with 30.9% Black.

Population

486
Total Population
725
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.5%
Female 40.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New Hebron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Hebron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Hebron is $66,618, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: New Hebron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,618
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,769
Avg Weekly Wage$715
IRS Avg AGI$51,386

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$941M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare54
Retail85
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,372
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.4 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New Hebron is $108,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $924 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,907.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,500
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,907

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$924
21% below US avg
Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%
Housing Units194
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,372
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In New Hebron, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.5% of residents lack health insurance. 22.6% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 37.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Hebron vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure43.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD10.3%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.6%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity37.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured13.5%
57% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits7.3%
Premature Death15,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access33.4%
Healthcare Facilities54
New Hebron has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation405 ft (123 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density725/sq mi
Coordinates31.7332°N, 89.9833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28127
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.7-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score4.42
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density725/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants41
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.4 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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