Waveland, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Waveland is a small city in Mississippi with a population of 7,066. Residents earn $58,795 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
7,066 Population 832/sq mi density
$58,795 Median Income $31,885 per capita
$201,800 Home Value $207,541 Zillow
$828 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,795 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$201,800 home value, $828/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,795
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $201,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $828
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,066
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density832/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,795
Per Capita$31,885
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$2,271M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$201,800
Rent$828
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,541

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain65.0 in/yr
Elevation15 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+90.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute32 min
Libraries5

Is Waveland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waveland receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Waveland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waveland is $58,795, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waveland is $201,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $828 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Waveland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Waveland has a population of 7,066 with a density of 832 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.7%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 11.8% Black.

Population

7,066
Total Population
832
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Waveland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waveland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waveland is $58,795, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Waveland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,795
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,885
Avg Weekly Wage$1,196
IRS Avg AGI$67,214

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,042
County GDP$2,271M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare70
Retail144
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,691
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Waveland is $201,800, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $828 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,541.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,800
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$207,541
Median List Price$249,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,900
$/Sq Ft$225
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops24.0%
Inventory50

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$828
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,691
5% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Waveland, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death11,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access54.0%
Healthcare Facilities70

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Waveland has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average67.0°F
24% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.0 inches
71% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²)
Population Density832/sq mi
Coordinates30.2954°N, 89.3937°W
County FIPS28045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.8%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density832/sq mi
Total Area8.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants118
Retail Stores144

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Work from Home6.0%

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