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North Carrollton, MS

Mississippi

North Carrollton is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 544. Residents earn $16,914 per year, which is 77% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
544 Population 1,700/sq mi density
$16,914 Median Income $18,009 per capita
$107,800 Home Value
$529 Median Rent 19.1% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$16,914 median income, 0.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$107,800 home value, $529/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $16,914
77% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $529
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.5%
315% higher than US avg

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

People

Population544
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density1,700/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$16,914
Per Capita$18,009
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty51.5%
County GDP$148M
Commute22 min

Housing

B
Home Value$107,800
Rent$529
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units266
Rent Burden19.1%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking19.5%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Broadband61.9%
Libraries2

Is North Carrollton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Carrollton receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. North Carrollton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Carrollton is $16,914, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 51.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Carrollton is $107,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $529 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

North Carrollton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

North Carrollton has a population of 544 with a density of 1,700 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (53.1%), with 46.9% White.

Population

544
Total Population
1,700
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.6%
Female 61.4%

Race & Ethnicity

North Carrollton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Carrollton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Carrollton is $16,914, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 51.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: North Carrollton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$16,914
77% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,009
Avg Weekly Wage$799
IRS Avg AGI$57,874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate51.5%
315% above US avg
Establishments (County)136
County GDP$148M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare5
Retail24
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,415
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone95.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in North Carrollton is $107,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $529 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,800
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$529
55% below US avg
Rent Burden19.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.0%
Housing Units266
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,415
31% below US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In North Carrollton, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Carrollton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure41.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.6%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits8.1%
Premature Death15,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access11.8%
Healthcare Facilities5
North Carrollton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,700/sq mi
Coordinates33.5186°N, 89.9194°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.3-point margin. 61.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,700/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants4
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone95.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

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