Home Value $89,600

68% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.4%

69% lower than US avg

Median Rent $400

66% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 54.7%

70% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.9%

19% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.5%

40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population159

Median Age60.1 yrs

Density265/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 38%

Veterans14.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$26,186

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty7.5%

County GDP$221M

Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$89,600

Rent$400

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$109,054

Housing Units122

Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity54.7%

Uninsured18.2%

Smoking27.1%

Depression20.3%

Heart Disease9.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain57.3 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation111 ft (34 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.4%

High School+87.3%

Graduate+2.4%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 70%

Commute33 min

Broadband75.0%

Libraries1

Is Silver City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silver City receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Silver City faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silver City is $89,600, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $400 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Silver City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Silver City has a population of 159 with a density of 265 people per square mile. The median age is 60.1 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (61.6%), with 38.4% White.

Population

159

Total Population

265

People / sq mi

60.1yrs

Median Age

54% above US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%

Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Silver City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Silver City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silver City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Silver City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$26,186
Avg Weekly Wage	$715
IRS Avg AGI	$38,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.9%
	19% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.5%
	40% below US avg
Establishments (County)	181
County GDP	$221M

Business (County)

Restaurants	7
Healthcare	18
Retail	25
Manufacturing	3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,970
	15% below US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.8 min
Drive Alone	82.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Silver City is $89,600, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $400 (66% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,054.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$89,600
	68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$109,054

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$400
	66% below US avg
Rent Burden	30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	50.7%
Housing Units	122
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,970
	15% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.31%

In Silver City, 54.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% of residents lack health insurance. 27.1% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 48.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Silver City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	54.7%
	70% above US avg
Diabetes	22.5%
Heart Disease	9.4%
High Blood Pressure	54.3%
Asthma	11.9%
COPD	12.8%
Cancer	5.1%
Stroke	7.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	27.1%
	94% above US avg
Binge Drinking	10.7%
Physical Inactivity	48.8%
Depression	20.3%
Mental Distress	21.8%
Physical Distress	19.6%
Short Sleep	43.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.5%
Uninsured	18.2%
	112% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,888
Dentists	1:3,666
Checkup Rate	81.9%
Dental Visits	6.1%
Premature Death	21,431/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.1/10
Exercise Access	1.0%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Silver City has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.3 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	64.4°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	57.3 inches
	51% above US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	111 ft (34 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density	265/sq mi
Coordinates	33.0937°N, 90.4990°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28053

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 41.9-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 28.6%

D 70.4%

Winner: Democrat by 41.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.4%
	69% below US avg
High School+	87.3%
Graduate Degree+	2.4%
School Test Score	4.42

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	265/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	75.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	7
Retail Stores	25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.8 min
Drive Alone	82.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.0%

Silver City, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Silver City a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Silver City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Silver City vs U.S. Average

Income: Silver City 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: Silver City 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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