State Line, MS

Mississippi

State Line is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 853.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
853 Population 200/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,760 per capita
$54,600 Home Value $135,056 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $54,600
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.4%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.0%
289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.4%
129% higher than US avg

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

People

Population853
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Veterans1.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,760
Unemployment14.0%
Poverty28.4%
County GDP$1,301M
Commute48 min

Housing

Home Value$54,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,056
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation256 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+78.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute48 min
Broadband74.3%
Libraries3

Is State Line a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, State Line receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. State Line faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 14.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in State Line is $54,600, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

State Line enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

State Line has a population of 853 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.1%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 49.1% Black.

Population

853
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

State Line vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

State Line vs U.S. Average

The median household income in State Line is N/A. The unemployment rate is 14.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: State Line vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,760
Avg Weekly Wage$1,670
IRS Avg AGI$60,279

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.0%
289% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.4%
129% above US avg
Establishments (County)318
County GDP$1,301M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare16
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,305
63% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.4 min
Drive Alone45.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in State Line is $54,600, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,056.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,600
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,056

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,305
63% below US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In State Line, 47.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 42.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: State Line vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.4%
48% above US avg
Diabetes17.6%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure46.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD10.7%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.3%
Physical Inactivity42.4%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress17.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate62.0%
Checkup Rate79.9%
Premature Death12,864/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access10.4%
Healthcare Facilities16

Crime Rates: State Line vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

State Line has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates31.4361°N, 88.4735°W
County FIPS01129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin. 74.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+78.3%
School Test Score4.42
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants6
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.4 min
Drive Alone45.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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