Rosedale, MS

Mississippi

Rosedale is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 1,871. Residents earn $16,691 per year, which is 78% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,871 Population 345/sq mi density
$16,691 Median Income $15,471 per capita
$100,800 Home Value $79,294 Zillow
$343 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$16,691 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$100,800 home value, $343/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $16,691
78% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $343
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 53.2%
66% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 57.5%
364% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,871
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density345/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 9%

Economy

C
Median Income$16,691
Per Capita$15,471
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty57.5%
County GDP$724M
Commute16 min

Housing

B
Home Value$100,800
Rent$343
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$79,294

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity53.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Elevation148 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+80.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is Rosedale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosedale receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rosedale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosedale is $16,691, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 57.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosedale is $100,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $343 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosedale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rosedale has a population of 1,871 with a density of 345 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (85.2%), with 9.4% White.

Population

1,871
Total Population
345
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosedale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosedale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosedale is $16,691, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 57.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Rosedale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$16,691
78% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,471
Avg Weekly Wage$911
IRS Avg AGI$49,214

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate57.5%
364% above US avg
Establishments (County)433
County GDP$724M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare22
Retail51
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,092
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosedale is $100,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $343 (71% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $79,294.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,800
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$79,294

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$343
71% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,092
40% below US avg
Effective Rate2.08%
In Rosedale, 53.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 50.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity53.2%
66% above US avg
Diabetes22.5%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure54.8%
Asthma12.7%
COPD11.9%
Stroke6.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking9.6%
Physical Inactivity50.4%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress19.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Checkup Rate84.3%
Premature Death15,390/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Rosedale has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.6 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²)
Population Density345/sq mi
Coordinates33.8602°N, 91.0435°W
County FIPS05041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.5%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 4.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+80.3%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density345/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants27
Retail Stores51

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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