Runnelstown, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Runnelstown is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 347.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
347 Population 183/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $28,086 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 36.4%
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.2%
151% higher than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age21.9 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,086
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty31.2%
County GDP$4,841M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.9 in/yr
Elevation155 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.4%
High School+65.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries2

Is Runnelstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Runnelstown receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Runnelstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 31.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 65.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Runnelstown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Runnelstown has a population of 347 with a density of 183 people per square mile. The median age is 21.9 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

347
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
21.9yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Runnelstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Runnelstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Runnelstown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Runnelstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,086
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$67,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.2%
151% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,988
County GDP$4,841M

Business (County)

Restaurants195
Healthcare202
Retail320
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,583
31% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied34.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,583
31% above US avg
In Runnelstown, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma9.1%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death13,611/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access75.5%
Healthcare Facilities202

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Runnelstown has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.9 inches
55% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation155 ft (47 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates31.3778°N, 89.1143°W
County FIPS28035
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.9-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.2%
D 40.3%

Winner: Republican by 17.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.4%
8% above US avg
High School+65.3%
School Test Score4.42
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities202
Restaurants195
Retail Stores320

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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