Median Income $32,361

57% lower than US avg

Home Value $85,500

70% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.2%

76% lower than US avg

Median Rent $306

74% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.7%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 6.7%

86% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.0%

27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population263

Median Age42.8 yrs

Density108/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 44%

Veterans5.8%

Economy

C+

Median Income$32,361

Per Capita$23,944

Unemployment6.7%

Poverty9.0%

County GDP$408M

Commute40 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$85,500

Rent$306

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$150,158

Housing Units128

Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity41.7%

Uninsured15.4%

Smoking24.9%

Depression22.9%

Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Sunny Days323/yr

Elevation290 ft (88 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.2%

High School+81.2%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%

Commute40 min

Broadband86.0%

Libraries4

Is Pachuta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pachuta receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Pachuta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pachuta is $32,361, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pachuta is $85,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $306 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pachuta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pachuta has a population of 263 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (50.2%), with 43.7% White.

Population

263

Total Population

108

People / sq mi

42.8yrs

Median Age

10% above US avg

2.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%

Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pachuta 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

Pachuta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pachuta is $32,361, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Pachuta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$32,361
	57% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,944
Avg Weekly Wage	$808
IRS Avg AGI	$52,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.7%
	86% above US avg
Poverty Rate	9.0%
	27% below US avg
Establishments (County)	249
County GDP	$408M

Business (County)

Restaurants	19
Healthcare	18
Retail	38
Manufacturing	9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,406
	31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	39.8 min
Drive Alone	81.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pachuta is $85,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $306 (74% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $150,158.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$85,500
	70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$150,158

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$306
	74% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	65.7%
Housing Units	128
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,406
	31% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.81%

In Pachuta, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% of residents lack health insurance. 24.9% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 38.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.7%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	16.4%
Heart Disease	7.9%
High Blood Pressure	45.9%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	11.1%
Cancer	6.3%
Stroke	5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	24.9%
	78% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.0%
Physical Inactivity	38.8%
Depression	22.9%
Mental Distress	21.3%
Physical Distress	18.2%
Short Sleep	40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.0%
Uninsured	15.4%
	79% above US avg
Checkup Rate	78.8%
Dental Visits	6.6%
Premature Death	14,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	6.2%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Pachuta has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	64.3°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	47°F (8°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	290 ft (88 m)
Area	2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density	108/sq mi
Coordinates	32.0441°N, 88.8844°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28023

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.3%

D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.2%
	76% below US avg
High School+	81.2%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.42

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	108/sq mi
Total Area	2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	19
Retail Stores	38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	39.8 min
Drive Alone	81.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Pachuta, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Pachuta a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Pachuta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Pachuta vs U.S. Average

Income: Pachuta 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: Pachuta 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

Nearby Cities