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Rena Lara, MS

Mississippi

Rena Lara is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 106. Residents earn $80,417 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
106 Population 46/sq mi density
$80,417 Median Income $37,055 per capita
$92,500 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$80,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,417
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.9%
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population106
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,417
Per Capita$37,055
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$859M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units78
Rent Burden31.4%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking13.7%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.9%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute23 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries1

Is Rena Lara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rena Lara receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Rena Lara stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rena Lara is $80,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rena Lara is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rena Lara enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rena Lara has a population of 106 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%).

Population

106
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%
Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rena Lara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rena Lara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rena Lara is $80,417, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Rena Lara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,417
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,055
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$45,568

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)583
County GDP$859M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare76
Retail92
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rena Lara is $92,500, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%
Housing Units78
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.60%
In Rena Lara, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rena Lara vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate79.0%
Dental Visits12.5%
Premature Death22,826/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities76
Rena Lara has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates34.1588°N, 90.7749°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 47.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 39.8-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.6%
D 69.4%

Winner: Democrat by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.9%
42% above US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score4.42
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants50
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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