Weir, MS

Mississippi

Weir is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 759. Residents earn $40,000 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
759 Population 703/sq mi density
$40,000 Median Income $17,661 per capita
$71,600 Home Value $117,122 Zillow
$523 Median Rent 41.3% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$40,000 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,600 home value, $523/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,000
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,600
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $523
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.1%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population759
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density703/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 26%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,000
Per Capita$17,661
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty19.5%
County GDP$834M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,600
Rent$523
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,122
Rent Burden41.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Elevation501 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+66.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute36 min
Broadband89.2%
Libraries2

Is Weir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weir receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Weir offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weir is $40,000, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weir is $71,600, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $523 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

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Weir enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Weir has a population of 759 with a density of 703 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (74.3%), with 25.7% White.

Population

759
Total Population
703
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Weir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Weir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weir is $40,000, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Weir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,000
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,661
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$49,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)160
County GDP$834M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare12
Retail22
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,840
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Weir is $71,600, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $523 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,122.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,600
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,122

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$523
55% below US avg
Rent Burden41.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,840
47% below US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In Weir, 44.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.1%
37% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure43.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.3%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.3%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.9%
Checkup Rate81.5%
Premature Death11,827/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access11.6%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Weir has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation501 ft (153 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density703/sq mi
Coordinates33.2613°N, 89.2953°W
County FIPS28019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 89.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+66.3%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density703/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants8
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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