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Waterford, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Waterford is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 30. Residents earn $34,286 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
30 Population 31/sq mi density
$34,286 Median Income $22,267 per capita
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$34,286 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,286
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.0%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population30
Median Age66.8 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female80% / 20%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,286
Per Capita$22,267
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,206M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,220
Housing Units6
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity41.8%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking22.5%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation428 ft (130 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.0%
High School+80.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
CommuteN/A
Broadband22.0%
Libraries3

Is Waterford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waterford receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Waterford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waterford is $34,286, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Waterford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Waterford has a population of 30 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 66.8 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

30
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
66.8yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 80%
Female 20%

Race & Ethnicity

Waterford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waterford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waterford is $34,286, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Waterford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,286
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,267
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$50,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% 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
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,220.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$186,220

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units6

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,874
18% below US avg
In Waterford, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 22.5% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma12.1%
COPD11.0%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.5%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.4%
Physical Inactivity38.9%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress18.1%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.5%
Dental Visits7.7%
Premature Death16,967/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access35.7%
Healthcare Facilities34
Waterford has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.2 inches
53% above US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation428 ft (130 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates34.6494°N, 89.4575°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.3-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 46%

Winner: Republican by 7.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.0%
11% below US avg
High School+80.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants40
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

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