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Walthall, MS

Mississippi

Walthall is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 131. Residents earn $59,583 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
131 Population 135/sq mi density
$59,583 Median Income $38,950 per capita
$107,500 Home Value $156,033 Zillow
$833 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,583 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,500 home value, $833/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,583
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.0%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population131
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,583
Per Capita$38,950
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$255M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,500
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,033
Housing Units73
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking18.0%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation458 ft (140 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+89.0%
Graduate+11.5%
School Score3.45

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute25 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries2

Is Walthall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walthall receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Walthall stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walthall is $59,583, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walthall is $107,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.4/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Walthall enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Walthall has a population of 131 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

131
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Walthall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walthall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walthall is $59,583, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Walthall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,583
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,950
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$55,525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)203
County GDP$255M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare14
Retail34
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,120
39% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Walthall is $107,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,033.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,500
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,033

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$776
1 Bedroom$781
2 Bedrooms$923
3 Bedrooms$1,107
4 Bedrooms$1,222

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,120
39% below US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Walthall, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,496
Dentists1:3,331
Mental Health1:908
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits9.0%
Premature Death16,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access8.0%
Healthcare Facilities14
Walthall has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.7 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation458 ft (140 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates33.6067°N, 89.2791°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.2-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.3%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 65.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.0%
2% below US avg
High School+89.0%
Graduate Degree+11.5%
School Test Score3.45
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants14
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Nearby Cities

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