Webb, MS

Mississippi

Webb is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 422. Residents earn $24,389 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
422 Population 1,005/sq mi density
$24,389 Median Income $16,872 per capita
$73,900 Home Value
$646 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$24,389 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,900 home value, $646/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,389
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $646
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.1%
59% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population422
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density1,005/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$24,389
Per Capita$16,872
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$447M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,900
Rent$646
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units305
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity51.1%
Uninsured16.3%
Smoking24.0%
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.7 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+70.2%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute23 min
Broadband68.6%
Libraries2

Is Webb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Webb receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Webb offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Webb is $24,389, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Webb is $73,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $646 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Webb enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Webb has a population of 422 with a density of 1,005 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (94.5%), with 5.5% White.

Population

422
Total Population
1,005
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Webb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Webb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Webb is $24,389, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Webb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,389
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,872
Avg Weekly Wage$887
IRS Avg AGI$42,742

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)220
County GDP$447M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare17
Retail32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,436
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Webb is $73,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $646 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,900
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$646
44% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

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%
Housing Units305
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,436
30% below US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Webb, 51.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.3% of residents lack health insurance. 24.0% are current smokers. 19.4% report depression. 46.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.1%
59% above US avg
Diabetes20.7%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure53.4%
Asthma12.5%
COPD10.8%
Cancer4.9%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.0%
71% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.8%
Physical Inactivity46.5%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress18.2%
Short Sleep46.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Uninsured16.3%
90% above US avg
Checkup Rate83.5%
Dental Visits6.9%
Premature Death13,696/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.1/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities17
Webb has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.7 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.7 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,005/sq mi
Coordinates33.9477°N, 90.3463°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin. 68.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52.5%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+70.2%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,005/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants8
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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