Tupelo, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Lee County County
Tupelo, MS
At a Glance
How Tupelo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tupelo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tupelo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tupelo residents earn a median household income of $66,314 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,741. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,687 business establishments, including 275 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tupelo is $201,300 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $215,014. Median rent is $940/month, with 29.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Tupelo reports 396 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,799/100K. The murder rate is 10.6/100K.
Education
35.1% of adults in Tupelo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above the national average). 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tupelo has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.