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Pheba, MS

Mississippi

Pheba is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 123. Residents earn $19,118 per year, which is 75% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
123 Population 59/sq mi density
$19,118 Median Income $13,949 per capita
$211,800 Home Value $180,470 Zillow
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$19,118 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$211,800 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,118
75% lower than US avg
Home Value $211,800
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.5%
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age27.3 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female7% / 93%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$19,118
Per Capita$13,949
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$689M
Commute32 min

Housing

F
Home Value$211,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,470
Housing Units37
Rent Burden30.1%

Health

Obesity45.4%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking18.5%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.5%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute32 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries1

Is Pheba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pheba receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pheba has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pheba is $19,118, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pheba is $211,800, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pheba enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pheba has a population of 123 with a density of 59 people per square mile. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (78%), with 14.6% White, 7.3% Hispanic.

Population

123
Total Population
59
People / sq mi
27.3yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 7.3%
Female 92.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pheba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.5%
31% below US avg
Spanish45.5%
240% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pheba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pheba is $19,118, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Pheba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,118
75% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,949
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$50,843

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$689M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare24
Retail75
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,905
17% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pheba is $211,800, 25% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,470.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,800
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,470

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units37
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,905
17% below US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Pheba, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 34.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.4%
41% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure42.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.2%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity34.4%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,648
Dentists1:4,595
Mental Health1:396
Checkup Rate81.1%
Dental Visits8.9%
Premature Death12,574/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities24
Pheba has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.3 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.3 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates33.5837°N, 88.9494°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 41.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.4-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 54.8%

Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.5%
23% above US avg
High School+92.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants37
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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