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Sturgis, MS

Mississippi

Sturgis is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 128. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
128 Population 99/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $38,362 per capita
$111,400 Home Value $180,862 Zillow
$1,054 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,400 home value, $1,054/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,400
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,054
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population128
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$38,362
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$834M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,400
Rent$1,054
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,862
Housing Units128
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking15.5%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation334 ft (102 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+11.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute21 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries2

Is Sturgis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sturgis receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sturgis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sturgis is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sturgis is $111,400, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,054 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sturgis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sturgis has a population of 128 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

128
Total Population
99
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sturgis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sturgis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sturgis is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Sturgis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,362
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$49,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)160
County GDP$834M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare12
Retail22
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,840
47% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sturgis is $111,400, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,054 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,862.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,400
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,862

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,054
9% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.1%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,840
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Sturgis, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma9.4%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits9.0%
Premature Death11,827/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access11.6%
Healthcare Facilities12
Sturgis has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 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) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation334 ft (102 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density99/sq mi
Coordinates33.3452°N, 89.0458°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+11.0%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density99/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants8
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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