Sandersville, MS

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
503 Population 102/sq mi density
$47,167 Median Income $26,068 per capita
$105,200 Home Value $125,224 Zillow
$838 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$47,167 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,200 home value, $838/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,167
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population503
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,167
Per Capita$26,068
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$3,600M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,200
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,224
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain59.6 in/yr
Elevation279 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+91.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries2

Is Sandersville a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Sandersville has a population of 503 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 6.4% Black.

Population

503
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sandersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sandersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sandersville is $47,167, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Sandersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,167
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,068
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$61,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,434
County GDP$3,600M

Business (County)

Restaurants134
Healthcare122
Retail261
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,283
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone95.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sandersville is $105,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,224.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,200
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,224

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,283
6% below US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Sandersville, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 35.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure41.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity35.3%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death13,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities122

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Sandersville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.6 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.8 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates31.7840°N, 89.0398°W
County FIPS28067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.7%
18% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score4.42
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants134
Retail Stores261

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone95.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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