Rienzi, MS

Mississippi

Rienzi is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 312. Residents earn $45,417 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
312 Population 315/sq mi density
$45,417 Median Income $21,849 per capita
$95,600 Home Value $167,547 Zillow
$1,100 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$45,417 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,600 home value, $1,100/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,417
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,600
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population312
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density315/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,417
Per Capita$21,849
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$1,661M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,600
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,547
Rent Burden17.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.4 in/yr
Elevation474 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+88.2%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute23 min
Broadband78.1%
Libraries2

Is Rienzi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rienzi receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rienzi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rienzi is $45,417, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rienzi is $95,600, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rienzi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rienzi has a population of 312 with a density of 315 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67%), with 28.5% Black.

Population

312
Total Population
315
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rienzi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rienzi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rienzi is $45,417, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Rienzi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,417
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,849
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$60,116

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)820
County GDP$1,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare103
Retail172
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,482
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rienzi is $95,600, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,547.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,600
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$167,547

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,482
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In Rienzi, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure42.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity36.2%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death12,635/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access52.5%
Healthcare Facilities103

Crime Rates: Rienzi vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Rienzi has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.4 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation474 ft (144 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density315/sq mi
Coordinates34.7633°N, 88.5340°W
County FIPS28003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 78.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 15.4%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density315/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants75
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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