Soso, MS

Mississippi

Soso is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 497. Residents earn $65,521 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
497 Population 245/sq mi density
$65,521 Median Income $34,295 per capita
$143,300 Home Value $168,485 Zillow
$872 Median Rent 37.1% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,521 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,300 home value, $872/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,521
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,300
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $872
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density245/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,521
Per Capita$34,295
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$3,600M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,300
Rent$872
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,485
Housing Units198
Rent Burden37.1%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking16.2%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain59.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation307 ft (94 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband62.3%
Libraries2

Is Soso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Soso receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. 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. Soso stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Soso is $65,521, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Soso is $143,300, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $872 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

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Soso 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. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Soso has a population of 497 with a density of 245 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 21.7% Black.

Population

497
Total Population
245
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Soso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Soso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Soso is $65,521, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Soso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,521
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,295
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$61,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below 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 Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Soso is $143,300, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $872 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,485.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,300
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,485

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$872
25% below US avg
Rent Burden37.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%
Housing Units198
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,283
6% below US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Soso, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits9.4%
Premature Death13,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities122
Soso 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. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation307 ft (94 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density245/sq mi
Coordinates31.7503°N, 89.2769°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 62.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score4.42
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density245/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants134
Retail Stores261

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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