Mississippi
Sumner is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 396. Residents earn $60,417 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sumner receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Sumner stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Sumner is $60,417, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Sumner is $159,700, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 36.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Sumner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 93.6% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.4% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,417 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,426 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $887 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $42,742 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.6% |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 220 |
| County GDP | $447M |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 32 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,436 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.53% |
| Commute Time | 13.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
| Census Median | $159,700 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $106,472 |
| Census Median Rent | $755 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 21.4% |
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,436 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.53% |
| Obesity | 45.0% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.3% |
| Heart Disease | 8.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.0% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 11.9% |
| Stroke | 5.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 41.2% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 13,696/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 60.7 inches |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 152 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 720/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9693°N, 90.3693°W |
| County FIPS | 28135 |
Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 36.1% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 720/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 88.4% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Retail Stores | 32 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 13.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |