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Winstonville, MS

Mississippi

Winstonville is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 113. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
113 Population 377/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $18,603 per capita
$133,800 Home Value
$463 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,800 home value, $463/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.6%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $463
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.5%
57% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.7%
156% higher than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density377/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans88.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$18,603
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty31.7%
County GDP$1,386M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,800
Rent$463
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units46
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity50.5%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking19.3%
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation146 ft (45 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.6%
High School+84.5%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 62%
Commute14 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries5

Is Winstonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winstonville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Winstonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winstonville is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 31.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winstonville is $133,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $463 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Winstonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Winstonville has a population of 113 with a density of 377 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (99.1%).

Population

113
Total Population
377
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Winstonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Winstonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winstonville is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Winstonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,603
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$52,801

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.7%
156% above US avg
Establishments (County)841
County GDP$1,386M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare83
Retail140
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.6 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Winstonville is $133,800, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $463 (60% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,800
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$463
60% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units46
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,290
6% below US avg
Effective Rate2.46%
In Winstonville, 50.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 17.2% report depression. 43.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.5%
57% above US avg
Diabetes20.3%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure52.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.5%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.8%
Physical Inactivity43.2%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep44.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,021
Dentists1:2,259
Mental Health1:1,073
Checkup Rate85.4%
Dental Visits5.9%
Premature Death19,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.9/10
Exercise Access53.8%
Healthcare Facilities83
Winstonville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.0 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation146 ft (45 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density377/sq mi
Coordinates33.9123°N, 90.7529°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.8%
D 61.5%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.6%
12% below US avg
High School+84.5%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score4.42
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density377/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants70
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.6 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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