University, MS

Mississippi

University is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 4,899.

4,899 Population 6,999/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $3,380 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,899
Median Age19.2 yrs
Density6,999/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,380
Unemployment0.1%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$3,160M
Commute7 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.5 in/yr
Elevation503 ft

Education

Bachelor's+N/A
High School+N/A
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute7 min
Broadband0.0%
EV Stations4
Libraries1

Is University a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, University receives an overall livability score of 0.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. University faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

University 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.

University has a population of 4,899 with a density of 6,999 people per square mile. The median age is 19.2 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 11.9% Black.

Population

4,899
Total Population
6,999
People / sq mi
19.2yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

University vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

University vs U.S. Average

The median household income in University is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: University vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,380
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$89,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% 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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.4 min
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,945
41% above US avg
In University, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes15.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD9.4%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death8,273/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities194

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

University 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

Elevation503 ft (153 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density6,999/sq mi
Coordinates34.3655°N, 89.5379°W
County FIPS28071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.8-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.8 points

Education

School Test Score4.42

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density6,999/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access0.0%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities194
Restaurants209
Retail Stores220

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.4 min
Work from Home20.0%

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