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Winterville, MS

Mississippi

Winterville is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 50.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
50 Population 20/sq mi density
$167,500 Home Value
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $167,500
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 40%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$9,322
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$372M
Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$167,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units31
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity43.5%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking18.3%
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation133 ft (41 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+53.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute16 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries3

Is Winterville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winterville receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Winterville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winterville is $167,500, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Winterville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Winterville has a population of 50 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (40%), with 38% Black.

Population

50
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Winterville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.7%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.3%
1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winterville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winterville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Winterville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$9,322
Avg Weekly Wage$835
IRS Avg AGI$53,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)350
County GDP$372M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare30
Retail44
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,067
41% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Winterville is $167,500, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,500
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.1%
Housing Units31
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,067
41% below US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Winterville, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 18.1% report depression. 37.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure47.3%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.1%
Cancer4.9%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.6%
Physical Inactivity37.1%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep43.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.7%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,670
Dentists1:1,975
Mental Health1:173
Checkup Rate83.0%
Dental Visits8.2%
Premature Death16,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access36.5%
Healthcare Facilities30
Winterville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 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) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation133 ft (41 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates33.5024°N, 91.0603°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+53.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants15
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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