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Silver Creek, MS

Mississippi

Silver Creek is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 183. Residents earn $26,250 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
183 Population 123/sq mi density
$26,250 Median Income $21,734 per capita
$103,600 Home Value $108,537 Zillow
67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$26,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$103,600 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,250
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,600
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.5%
122% higher than US avg

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

People

Population183
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,250
Per Capita$21,734
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty27.5%
County GDP$526M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$103,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,537
Housing Units79
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity45.6%
Uninsured13.4%
Smoking22.5%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.4 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation314 ft (96 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+70.0%
Graduate+13.8%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute32 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries2

Is Silver Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silver Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Silver Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silver Creek is $26,250, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silver Creek is $103,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Silver Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Silver Creek has a population of 183 with a density of 123 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.9%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 27.3% Black.

Population

183
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Silver Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Silver Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silver Creek is $26,250, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Silver Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,250
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,734
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$51,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.5%
122% above US avg
Establishments (County)216
County GDP$526M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare24
Retail34
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,769
49% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Silver Creek is $103,600, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,537.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,600
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,537

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,769
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Silver Creek, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.4% of residents lack health insurance. 22.5% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 38.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.6%
42% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure43.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD10.3%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.5%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity38.6%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured13.4%
56% above US avg
Checkup Rate79.2%
Dental Visits7.0%
Premature Death14,242/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Healthcare Facilities24
Silver Creek has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.4 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.4 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation314 ft (96 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates31.6048°N, 90.0023°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.6-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+70.0%
Graduate Degree+13.8%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants12
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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