Victoria, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Victoria is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 1,208. Residents earn $67,854 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,208 Population 164/sq mi density
$67,854 Median Income $32,292 per capita
$175,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$67,854 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,600 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,854
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,600
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.3%
104% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,208
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,854
Per Capita$32,292
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.3%
County GDP$1,206M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Elevation423 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+81.5%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute28 min
Libraries3

Is Victoria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Victoria receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Victoria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Victoria is $67,854, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Victoria is $175,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Victoria enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Victoria has a population of 1,208 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.9%), with 35.4% Black.

Population

1,208
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
7.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Victoria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.8%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.2%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Victoria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Victoria is $67,854, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Victoria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,854
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,292
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$50,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.3%
104% above US avg
Establishments (County)566
County GDP$1,206M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare34
Retail107
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,874
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Victoria is $175,600, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,600
38% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,874
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Victoria, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure42.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD9.6%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity35.6%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death16,967/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access35.7%
Healthcare Facilities34

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Victoria has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.2 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area7.4 sq mi (19.1 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates34.8390°N, 89.6154°W
County FIPS28093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 46%

Winner: Republican by 7.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+81.5%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area7.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants40
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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