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Puckett, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Puckett is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 420. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
420 Population 146/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $24,686 per capita
$182,500 Home Value $208,511 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$182,500 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $182,500
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.2%
103% higher than US avg

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

People

Population420
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density146/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$24,686
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty25.2%
County GDP$10,248M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,500
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,511
Housing Units174
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking14.8%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation353 ft (108 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+11.4%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute33 min
Broadband91.9%
Libraries9

Is Puckett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puckett receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Puckett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Puckett is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 25.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Puckett is $182,500, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Puckett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Puckett has a population of 420 with a density of 146 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

420
Total Population
146
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Puckett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Puckett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puckett is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Puckett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,686
Avg Weekly Wage$1,006
IRS Avg AGI$75,641

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.2%
103% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,585
County GDP$10,248M

Business (County)

Restaurants389
Healthcare449
Retail620
Manufacturing113

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,074
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Puckett is $182,500, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,511.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,500
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,511
Median List Price$363,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$363,900
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.4%
Housing Units174
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,074
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Puckett, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma9.2%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits11.0%
Premature Death8,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities449
Puckett has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.6 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.6 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation353 ft (108 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density146/sq mi
Coordinates32.0868°N, 89.7817°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28121
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+11.4%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density146/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.9%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities449
Restaurants389
Retail Stores620

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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