Olive Branch, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · DeSoto County County
Olive Branch, MS
At a Glance
How Olive Branch Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Olive Branch's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Olive Branch a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Olive Branch residents earn a median household income of $98,421 , which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,626. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,754 business establishments, including 415 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Olive Branch is $269,900 , 4% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $332,043. Median rent is $1,609/month, with 25.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1999.
Safety & Crime
Olive Branch reports 206 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,361/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
31.1% of adults in Olive Branch hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below the national average). 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Olive Branch has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.