Taylor, MS

Mississippi

Taylor is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 258. Residents earn $79,167 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
258 Population 88/sq mi density
$79,167 Median Income $40,824 per capita
$275,000 Home Value $376,506 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$79,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$275,000 home value, $875/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,167
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $275,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.1%
19% higher than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population258
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,167
Per Capita$40,824
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$3,160M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$275,000
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$376,506
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.5 in/yr
Elevation301 ft (92 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.1%
High School+99.5%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute28 min
Broadband94.9%
Libraries1

Is Taylor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taylor receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Taylor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taylor is $79,167, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taylor is $275,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Taylor enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Taylor has a population of 258 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 3.9% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

258
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Taylor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Taylor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taylor is $79,167, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Taylor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,167
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,824
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$89,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,553
County GDP$3,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare194
Retail220
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,945
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Taylor is $275,000, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $376,506.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,000
2% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$376,506
Median List Price$424,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$424,900
$/Sq Ft$265
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,945
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Taylor, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate79.9%
Premature Death8,273/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities194
Taylor has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.5 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation301 ft (92 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates34.2697°N, 89.5837°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 40.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.8-point margin. 94.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.1%
19% above US avg
High School+99.5%
School Test Score4.42
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities194
Restaurants209
Retail Stores220

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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