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West, MS

Mississippi

West is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 192. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
192 Population 343/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $31,534 per capita
$82,100 Home Value $120,131 Zillow
63°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,100 home value
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $82,100
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.9%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population192
Median Age27.6 yrs
Density343/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$31,534
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$641M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,131
Housing Units61
Rent Burden39.8%

Health

Obesity46.9%
Uninsured15.2%
Smoking24.0%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain62.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation304 ft (93 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+78.6%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute43 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries1

Is West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. West stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West is $82,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

West enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West has a population of 192 with a density of 343 people per square mile. The median age is 27.6 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (52.1%), with 47.9% White.

Population

192
Total Population
343
People / sq mi
27.6yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,534
Avg Weekly Wage$826
IRS Avg AGI$52,406

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)413
County GDP$641M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare33
Retail65
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,656
24% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.6 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West is $82,100, 71% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,131.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,100
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,131

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden39.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.4%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,656
24% below US avg
Effective Rate3.24%
In West, 46.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.2% of residents lack health insurance. 24.0% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 40.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.9%
46% above US avg
Diabetes17.6%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure48.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD11.0%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.0%
71% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity40.6%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress17.5%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate50.5%
Uninsured15.2%
77% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,971
Dentists1:2,918
Mental Health1:1,929
Checkup Rate80.4%
Dental Visits5.8%
Premature Death13,490/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access32.4%
Healthcare Facilities33
West has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.5 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) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.5 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation304 ft (93 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density343/sq mi
Coordinates33.1978°N, 89.7821°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.3-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 23.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+78.6%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density343/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants35
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.6 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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