Median Income $48,750

35% lower than US avg

Home Value $77,100

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.4%

78% lower than US avg

Median Rent $639

45% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 46.9%

46% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.4%

6% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.5%

64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population502

Median Age43.0 yrs

Density208/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 20%

Veterans7.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$48,750

Per Capita$21,515

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty4.5%

County GDP$906M

Commute35 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$77,100

Rent$639

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$93,631

Housing Units182

Rent Burden14.0%

Health

Obesity46.9%

Uninsured15.6%

Smoking23.3%

Depression18.6%

Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain60.1 in/yr

Sunny Days313/yr

Elevation188 ft (57 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.4%

High School+88.2%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%

Commute35 min

Broadband77.9%

Libraries2

Is Shubuta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shubuta receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Shubuta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shubuta is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shubuta is $77,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $639 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% 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

Shubuta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Shubuta has a population of 502 with a density of 208 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (80.1%), with 19.7% White.

Population

502

Total Population

208

People / sq mi

43.0yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

2.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%

Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Shubuta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.7%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	1.3%
	90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shubuta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shubuta is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Shubuta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,750
	35% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,515
Avg Weekly Wage	$834
IRS Avg AGI	$51,929

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.4%
	6% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.5%
	64% below US avg
Establishments (County)	393
County GDP	$906M

Business (County)

Restaurants	32
Healthcare	19
Retail	72
Manufacturing	10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,371
	32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	35.1 min
Drive Alone	79.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Shubuta is $77,100, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $639 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $93,631.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$77,100
	73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$93,631

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$639
	45% below US avg
Rent Burden	14.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	76.7%
Housing Units	182
Median Year Built	1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,371
	32% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.08%

In Shubuta, 46.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.6% of residents lack health insurance. 23.3% are current smokers. 18.6% report depression. 42.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	46.9%
	46% above US avg
Diabetes	19.9%
Heart Disease	7.9%
High Blood Pressure	51.9%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	9.7%
Cancer	4.8%
Stroke	6.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.3%
	66% above US avg
Binge Drinking	10.8%
Physical Inactivity	42.4%
Depression	18.6%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	17.2%
Short Sleep	46.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.3%
Uninsured	15.6%
	81% above US avg
Checkup Rate	82.8%
Dental Visits	4.6%
Premature Death	15,308/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.5/10
Exercise Access	41.4%
Healthcare Facilities	19

Shubuta has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.1 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	65.2°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	48°F (9°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	60.1 inches
	58% above US avg
Snowfall	0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	188 ft (57 m)
Area	2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density	208/sq mi
Coordinates	31.8620°N, 88.7021°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28153

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.7-point margin. 77.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%

D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 32.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.4%
	78% below US avg
High School+	88.2%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.42

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	208/sq mi
Total Area	2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	77.9%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	19
Restaurants	32
Retail Stores	72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	35.1 min
Drive Alone	79.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.5%

Shubuta, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Shubuta a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Shubuta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Shubuta vs U.S. Average

Income: Shubuta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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