Starkville

MS

Oktibbeha County, Mississippi

Population 52K |Median income $46,695 |1 hospital

Population
51,771
Oktibbeha County
Median Income
$46,695
-31% vs avg
Median Home Value
$237,700
+4% vs avg
Median Age
25.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
52K+7%
Median Income
$46,695+51%
Median Home Value
$237,700+84%
Poverty Rate
25.5%-24%
Unemployment
5.8%-58%

Economics

Median Rent
$915/mo
Poverty Rate
25.5% +80% vs avg
Unemployment 5.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 47%
Work From Home 7.4%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 55.3%
African American 35.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%
Asian 3.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.8%
High Blood Pressure
34.6%
Obesity
34.5%
Physical Inactivity
27.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.5%
Binge Drinking
16.1%
Current Smoking
12.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.8%
Diabetes
10.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 8.5%
Annual Checkup 78.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.3%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
OCH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
STARKVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Starkville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Starkville, MS? ▼
Starkville, MS has a population of 51,771 people, located in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi.
What is the median household income in Starkville? ▼
The median household income in Starkville, MS is $46,695 per year. The poverty rate is 25.5%.
What is the median home value in Starkville? ▼
The median home value in Starkville, MS is $237,700. Median rent is $915/month.
What are the top health concerns in Starkville? ▼
The top health indicators in Starkville include Short Sleep Duration (36.8%), High Blood Pressure (34.6%), Obesity (34.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Starkville? ▼
Starkville has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Starkville? ▼
The median age in Starkville, MS is 25.5 years. 47% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Starkville, MS is located in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi. With a population of 52K and a median household income of $46,695, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Starkville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Oktibbeha County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.