Sumner, MS

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.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
396 Population 720/sq mi density
$60,417 Median Income $26,426 per capita
$159,700 Home Value $106,472 Zillow
$755 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$60,417 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,700 home value, $755/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,417
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,700
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.1%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

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

People

Population396
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density720/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,417
Per Capita$26,426
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$447M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,700
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$106,472
Rent Burden21.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease8.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.7 in/yr
Elevation152 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.1%
High School+89.4%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute14 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries2

Is Sumner a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Sumner has a population of 396 with a density of 720 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.8%), with 8.6% Hispanic, 36.6% Black.

Population

396
Total Population
720
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sumner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sumner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sumner is $60,417, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Sumner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,417
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,426
Avg Weekly Wage$887
IRS Avg AGI$42,742

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)220
County GDP$447M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare17
Retail32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,436
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sumner is $159,700, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,472.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,700
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$106,472

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% below US avg
Rent Burden21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,436
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.53%
In Sumner, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 41.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease8.8%
High Blood Pressure48.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD11.9%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity41.2%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death13,696/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.1/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Sumner has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.7 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation152 ft (46 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density720/sq mi
Coordinates33.9693°N, 90.3693°W
County FIPS28135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52.5%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.1%
7% above US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score4.42
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density720/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants8
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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