Mississippi
Sandersville is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 503. Residents earn $47,167 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sandersville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sandersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sandersville is $47,167, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Sandersville is $105,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Sandersville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,167 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,068 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $916 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,231 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.1% |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,434 |
| County GDP | $3,600M |
| Restaurants | 134 |
| Healthcare | 122 |
| Retail | 261 |
| Manufacturing | 56 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,283 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.12% |
| Commute Time | 18.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $105,200 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $125,224 |
| Census Median Rent | $838 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 32.5% |
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,283 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.12% |
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.0% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 9.2% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.3% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 13,749/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 122 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 59.6 inches |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (12.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 102/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7840°N, 89.0398°W |
| County FIPS | 28067 |
Winner: Republican by 46.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.7% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 102/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 58.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 122 |
| Restaurants | 134 |
| Retail Stores | 261 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 18.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |