Woodville, MS

Mississippi

Woodville is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 914. Residents earn $31,827 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
914 Population 879/sq mi density
$31,827 Median Income $35,053 per capita
$102,500 Home Value $127,856 Zillow
$715 Median Rent 36.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$31,827 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$102,500 home value, $715/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,827
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,500
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $715
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.2%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population914
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density879/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,827
Per Capita$35,053
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$201M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,500
Rent$715
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,856
Rent Burden36.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain66.6 in/yr
Elevation403 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+92.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 62%
Commute27 min
Broadband73.7%
Libraries2

Is Woodville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodville 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, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Woodville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodville is $31,827, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodville is $102,500, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $715 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woodville has a population of 914 with a density of 879 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (77%), with 15.3% White.

Population

914
Total Population
879
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.2%
Female 62.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Woodville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodville is $31,827, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Woodville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,827
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,053
Avg Weekly Wage$771
IRS Avg AGI$47,551

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)123
County GDP$201M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare17
Retail20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,020
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodville is $102,500, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $715 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,856.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,500
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,856

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$715
39% below US avg
Rent Burden36.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,020
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Woodville, 45.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 37.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.2%
41% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure45.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.3%
Physical Inactivity37.4%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate82.1%
Premature Death18,459/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access10.5%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Woodville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.6 inches
75% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation403 ft (123 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density879/sq mi
Coordinates31.1029°N, 91.2993°W
County FIPS28157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 25.3-point margin. 73.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.7%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density879/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants4
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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