Mississippi
Pearl River is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 4,403. Residents earn $46,295 per year, which is 38% below the national average.
Based on current data, Pearl River receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pearl River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Pearl River is $46,295, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Pearl River is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $545 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Pearl River enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 46.0% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 54.0% |
| 303% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,295 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $16,409 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $913 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,891 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.6% |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 586 |
| County GDP | $1,524M |
| Restaurants | 52 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 116 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,684 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.88% |
| Commute Time | 17.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
| Census Median | $55,000 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $545 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Studio | $821 |
| 1 Bedroom | $857 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $949 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,315 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,320 |
| Owner-Occupied | 82.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,684 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.88% |
| Obesity | 45.5% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.8% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.6% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 10.4% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.1% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.9% |
| Physical Distress | 20.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 71.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 20,815/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Area | 31.0 sq mi (80.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 142/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7969°N, 89.2409°W |
| County FIPS | 28099 |
Winner: Republican by 50.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.1% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 70.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.87 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 142/sq mi |
| Total Area | 31.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Restaurants | 52 |
| Retail Stores | 116 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 17.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |