Median Income $148,393

97% higher than US avg

Home Value $82,200

71% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.6%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.1%

42% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population71

Median Age33.8 yrs

Density254/mi²

Male / Female62% / 38%

Largest GroupWhite 82%

Veterans59.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$148,393

Per Capita$88,193

Unemployment5.1%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$327M

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$82,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units43

Health

Obesity36.6%

Uninsured10.2%

Smoking16.1%

Depression27.3%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain51.1 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation214 ft (65 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+94.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%

Commute32 min

Broadband25.0%

Libraries3

Is Tupelo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tupelo receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Tupelo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tupelo is $148,393, which is significantly higher than the national average — 97% above $75,149. This places Tupelo among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tupelo is $82,200, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tupelo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tupelo has a population of 71 with a density of 254 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.7%), with 18.3% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

254

People / sq mi

33.8yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62%

Female 38%

Race & Ethnicity

Tupelo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tupelo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tupelo is $148,393, which is 97% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Tupelo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$148,393
	97% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$88,193
Avg Weekly Wage	$881
IRS Avg AGI	$49,333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.1%
	42% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	185
County GDP	$327M

Business (County)

Restaurants	8
Healthcare	16
Retail	23
Manufacturing	5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,020
	71% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.8 min
Drive Alone	93.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tupelo is $82,200, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$82,200
	71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$700
1 Bedroom	$751
2 Bedrooms	$944
3 Bedrooms	$1,239
4 Bedrooms	$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	80.0%
Housing Units	43
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,020
	71% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.24%

In Tupelo, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.6%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	9.4%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	33.5%
Asthma	10.3%
COPD	7.0%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.1%
	15% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	29.8%
Depression	27.3%
Mental Distress	19.9%
Physical Distress	14.2%
Short Sleep	38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.7%
Uninsured	10.2%
	19% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	50.8%
Premature Death	11,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.3/10
Exercise Access	45.5%
Healthcare Facilities	16

Tupelo has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	60.6°F
	12% above US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.1 inches
	34% above US avg
Snowfall	1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	214 ft (65 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density	254/sq mi
Coordinates	35.3903°N, 91.2299°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05147

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%

D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	94.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.91

A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	254/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	25.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	16
Restaurants	8
Retail Stores	23

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.8 min
Drive Alone	93.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Tupelo, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Tupelo a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Tupelo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Tupelo vs U.S. Average

Income: Tupelo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities