Tishomingo, MS

Mississippi

Tishomingo is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 487. Residents earn $46,458 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
487 Population 573/sq mi density
$46,458 Median Income $27,265 per capita
$101,400 Home Value
$575 Median Rent 20.5% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,458 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,400 home value, $575/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,458
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,400
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population487
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density573/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,458
Per Capita$27,265
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$767M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,400
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden20.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain62.3 in/yr
Elevation482 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute30 min
Broadband58.9%
Libraries4

Is Tishomingo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tishomingo receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tishomingo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tishomingo is $46,458, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tishomingo is $101,400, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Tishomingo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tishomingo has a population of 487 with a density of 573 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%), with 6.2% Black.

Population

487
Total Population
573
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tishomingo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tishomingo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tishomingo is $46,458, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Tishomingo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,458
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,265
Avg Weekly Wage$896
IRS Avg AGI$55,703

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)481
County GDP$767M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare29
Retail82
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,953
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tishomingo is $101,400, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,400
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden20.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$727
1 Bedroom$759
2 Bedrooms$842
3 Bedrooms$1,115
4 Bedrooms$1,118

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,953
44% below US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Tishomingo, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 39.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure42.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD11.6%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity39.0%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death14,574/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access51.1%
Healthcare Facilities29

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Tishomingo has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.3 inches
64% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density573/sq mi
Coordinates34.6383°N, 88.2291°W
County FIPS28141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78.9-point margin. 58.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.1%
D 10.2%

Winner: Republican by 78.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score5.64
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density573/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants35
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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