Bachelor's+ 18.7%

45% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.7%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 18.7%

419% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population161

Median Age50.8 yrs

Density93/mi²

Male / Female40% / 60%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans85.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$51,473

Unemployment18.7%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$3,600M

Commute32 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$169,118

Housing Units19

Rent Burden30.9%

Health

Obesity36.7%

Uninsured10.4%

Smoking17.0%

Depression20.7%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain58.9 in/yr

Sunny Days306/yr

Elevation211 ft (64 m)

Education

Bachelor's+18.7%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+40.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%

Commute32 min

Broadband45.0%

Libraries2

Is Ovett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ovett receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ovett has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 18.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ovett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ovett has a population of 161 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

161

Total Population

People / sq mi

50.8yrs

Median Age

31% above US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%

Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ovett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ovett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ovett is N/A. The unemployment rate is 18.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ovett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$51,473
Avg Weekly Wage	$916
IRS Avg AGI	$61,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	18.7%
	419% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,434
County GDP	$3,600M

Business (County)

Restaurants	134
Healthcare	122
Retail	261
Manufacturing	56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,283
	6% below US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,118.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$169,118

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	19

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,283
	6% below US avg

In Ovett, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.7%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	37.8%
Asthma	8.6%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.0%
	21% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	28.7%
Depression	20.7%
Mental Distress	16.7%
Physical Distress	13.2%
Short Sleep	28.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	70.1%
Uninsured	10.4%
	21% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,023
Dentists	1:1,752
Mental Health	1:586
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	10.7%
Premature Death	13,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	53.7%
Healthcare Facilities	122

Ovett has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.9 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	66.5°F
	23% above US avg
January Average	49°F (10°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	58.9 inches
	55% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	211 ft (64 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density	93/sq mi
Coordinates	31.4886°N, 89.0253°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28067

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%

D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.7%
	45% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	40.0%
School Test Score	4.42

C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	93/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	45.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	122
Restaurants	134
Retail Stores	261

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Ovett, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ovett a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ovett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ovett vs U.S. Average

Income: Ovett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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