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Paden, MS

Mississippi

Paden is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 125. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
125 Population 139/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $29,328 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$550 Median Rent 43.3% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $550/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.2%
95% higher than US avg

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

People

Population125
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans89.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$29,328
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty24.2%
County GDP$767M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units70
Rent Burden43.3%

Health

Obesity41.4%
Uninsured14.5%
Smoking24.0%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain62.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation441 ft (134 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute35 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries4

Is Paden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paden receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Paden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paden is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paden is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Paden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Paden has a population of 125 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

125
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Paden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Paden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paden is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Paden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,328
Avg Weekly Wage$896
IRS Avg AGI$55,703

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.2%
95% above US avg
Establishments (County)481
County GDP$767M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare29
Retail82
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,953
44% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Paden is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg
Rent Burden43.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%
Housing Units70
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,953
44% below US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Paden, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.5% of residents lack health insurance. 24.0% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma9.6%
COPD10.6%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.0%
71% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity35.9%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured14.5%
69% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,750
Dentists1:18,619
Mental Health1:881
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits7.0%
Premature Death14,574/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access51.1%
Healthcare Facilities29
Paden has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.3 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.3 inches
64% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation441 ft (134 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates34.6603°N, 88.2605°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78.9-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.1%
D 10.2%

Winner: Republican by 78.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants35
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

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