Standing Pine, MS

Mississippi

Standing Pine is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 539. Residents earn $57,532 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
539 Population 154/sq mi density
$57,532 Median Income $15,442 per capita
$82,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,532 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,400 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,532
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,400
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population539
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density154/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,532
Per Capita$15,442
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$897M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation410 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+79.4%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries2

Is Standing Pine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Standing Pine receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Standing Pine stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Standing Pine is $57,532, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Standing Pine is $82,400, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Standing Pine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Standing Pine has a population of 539 with a density of 154 people per square mile. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (75.5%), with 11.5% White.

Population

539
Total Population
154
People / sq mi
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Standing Pine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.1%
25% below US avg
Spanish40.9%
205% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Standing Pine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Standing Pine is $57,532, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Standing Pine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,532
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,442
Avg Weekly Wage$755
IRS Avg AGI$47,638

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)350
County GDP$897M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare34
Retail85
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,405
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit11.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Standing Pine is $82,400, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,400
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,405
31% below US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
In Standing Pine, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 37.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Standing Pine vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes16.4%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity37.8%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress18.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.8%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death14,204/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access34.4%
Healthcare Facilities34

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Standing Pine has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density154/sq mi
Coordinates32.6710°N, 89.4521°W
County FIPS28079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.4-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 23.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+79.4%
School Test Score4.42
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density154/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants31
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit11.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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