Prentiss, MS

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Prentiss Overview

985
TOTAL POPULATION
483
MALE POPULATION
502
FEMALE POPULATION
96.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.93
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$17,134
PER CAPITA INCOME
$36,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$25,859
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
52.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
47.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
247
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
31.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Prentiss

The most populous races in Prentiss are White / Caucasian (557 | 56.6%), Black / African American (384 | 39.0%), and Two or more Races (44 | 4.5%).
Race in Prentiss
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American38439.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino222.2%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian55756.6%
Two or more Races444.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total985100.0%

Ancestry in Prentiss

The most populous ancestries reported in Prentiss are Irish (104 | 10.6%), Italian (43 | 4.4%), Arab (32 | 3.3%), English (26 | 2.6%), and German (23 | 2.3%), together accounting for 23.2% of all Prentiss residents.
Ancestry in Prentiss
Ancestry# Population% Population
American101.0%
Arab323.3%
Bulgarian10.1%
English262.6%
European101.0%
French Canadian111.1%
German232.3%
Hungarian30.3%
Irish10410.6%
Italian434.4%
Mexican90.9%
Scotch-Irish222.2%
Swedish10.1%
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Immigrants in Prentiss

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Prentiss came from Bulgaria (1 | 0.1%), Eastern Europe (1 | 0.1%), and Europe (1 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.3% of all Prentiss residents.
Immigrants in Prentiss
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Bulgaria10.1%
Eastern Europe10.1%
Europe10.1%
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Sex and Age in Prentiss

Sex and Age in Prentiss

The most populous age groups in Prentiss are 70 to 74 Years (44 | 9.1%) for men and Under 5 Years (57 | 11.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Prentiss
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years33 (6.8%)57 (11.4%)
5 to 9 Years36 (7.4%)18 (3.6%)
10 to 14 Years25 (5.2%)20 (4.0%)
15 to 19 Years37 (7.7%)22 (4.4%)
20 to 24 Years30 (6.2%)35 (7.0%)
25 to 29 Years6 (1.2%)24 (4.8%)
30 to 34 Years10 (2.1%)19 (3.8%)
35 to 39 Years29 (6.0%)13 (2.6%)
40 to 44 Years20 (4.1%)10 (2.0%)
45 to 49 Years39 (8.1%)50 (10.0%)
50 to 54 Years23 (4.8%)48 (9.6%)
55 to 59 Years9 (1.9%)53 (10.6%)
60 to 64 Years40 (8.3%)16 (3.2%)
65 to 69 Years36 (7.4%)22 (4.4%)
70 to 74 Years44 (9.1%)23 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years30 (6.2%)44 (8.8%)
80 to 84 Years26 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over10 (2.1%)28 (5.6%)
Total483 (100.0%)502 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Prentiss

Median Family Size in Prentiss

The median family size in Prentiss is 3.36 persons per family, with married-couple families (119 | 60.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.78 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (53 | 26.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.68 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Prentiss
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple119 (60.1%)3.78
Single Male/Father26 (13.1%)2.85
Single Female/Mother53 (26.8%)2.68
Total Families198 (100.0%)3.36

Median Household Size in Prentiss

Median Household Size in Prentiss
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple119 (32.4%)3.78
Single Male/Father26 (7.1%)3.04
Single Female/Mother53 (14.4%)2.89
Non-family169 (46.1%)-
Total Households367 (100.0%)2.32

Household Size by Marriage Status in Prentiss

Out of a total of 367 households in Prentiss, 198 (53.9%) are family households, while 169 (46.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 90, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 169.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Prentiss
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-169 (46.1%)
2-Person Households90 (24.5%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households63 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households25 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households8 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households12 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total198 (53.9%)169 (46.1%)

Female Fertility in Prentiss

Fertility by Age in Prentiss

Female Fertility by Age in Prentiss
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Prentiss

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Prentiss
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Prentiss

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Prentiss
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Prentiss

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Prentiss
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Prentiss

Income Overview in Prentiss

Per Capita Income in Prentiss is $17,134, while median incomes of families and households are $36,500 and $25,859 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income985$17,134
Median Family Income198$36,500
Mean Family Income198$48,606
Median Household Income367$25,859
Mean Household Income367$37,337
Income Deficit198$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)98552.59%
Wage / Income Gap ($)98547.41¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9850.46

Earnings by Sex in Prentiss

Average Earnings in Prentiss are $25,903, $40,208 for men and $19,063 for women, a difference of 52.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Prentiss
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male128 (49.0%)$40,208
Female133 (51.0%)$19,063
Total261 (100.0%)$25,903

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Prentiss

The most common earnings brackets in Prentiss are $22,500 to $24,999 for men (19 | 14.8%) and $17,500 to $19,999 for women (28 | 21.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Prentiss
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)17 (12.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99912 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9991 (0.8%)7 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4992 (1.6%)8 (6.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4995 (3.9%)17 (12.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)28 (21.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)7 (5.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99919 (14.8%)1 (0.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99915 (11.7%)3 (2.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9995 (3.9%)11 (8.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9994 (3.1%)2 (1.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99915 (11.7%)14 (10.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9995 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9999 (7.0%)9 (6.8%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9994 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99916 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+16 (12.5%)9 (6.8%)
Total128 (100.0%)133 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Prentiss

Average earnings in Prentiss are $41,979 for men and $19,196 for women, a difference of 54.3%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $44,583, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $24,688. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $40,938, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $18,438.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Prentiss
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$24,688$0
College or Associate's Degree$44,583$18,438
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$41,979$19,196

Family Income in Prentiss

Family Income Brackets in Prentiss

According to the Prentiss family income data, there are 45 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Prentiss
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00084.0%
$10,000 to $14,99984.0%
$15,000 to $24,9993216.2%
$25,000 to $34,9994522.7%
$35,000 to $49,9994020.2%
$50,000 to $74,9992211.1%
$75,000 to $99,9992914.6%
$100,000 to $149,99973.5%
$150,000 to $199,99973.5%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Prentiss

2-person families (94 | 47.5%) account for the highest median family income in Prentiss with $48,214 per family, while 2-person families (94 | 47.5%) have the highest median income of $24,107 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Prentiss
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families94 (47.5%)$48,214
3-Person Families59 (29.8%)$31,488
4-Person Families30 (15.1%)$46,000
5-Person Families8 (4.0%)$0
6-Person Families7 (3.5%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total198 (100.0%)$36,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Prentiss

Family Income by Number of Earners in Prentiss
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners70 (35.3%)$40,313
1 Earner86 (43.4%)$26,500
2 Earners32 (16.2%)$59,167
3+ Earners10 (5.1%)$0
Total198 (100.0%)$36,500

Household Income in Prentiss

Household Income Brackets in Prentiss

With 91 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Prentiss, accounting for 24.8% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Prentiss
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003710.1%
$10,000 to $14,9995013.6%
$15,000 to $24,9999124.8%
$25,000 to $34,9997119.3%
$35,000 to $49,9994412.0%
$50,000 to $74,999226.0%
$75,000 to $99,999297.9%
$100,000 to $149,99971.9%
$150,000 to $199,999164.4%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Prentiss

The median household income in Prentiss is $25,859, with the highest median household income of $31,458 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 152 households (41.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 23 households (6.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Prentiss
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years23 (6.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years70 (19.1%)$22,188
45 to 64 Years122 (33.2%)$20,250
65+ Years152 (41.4%)$31,458
Total367 (100.0%)$25,859

Poverty in Prentiss

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Prentiss

With 25.5% poverty level for males and 39.9% for females among the residents of Prentiss, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (100.0%) and 6 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Prentiss
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8 (24.2%)27 (47.4%)
5 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years10 (38.5%)18 (81.8%)
12 to 14 Years10 (40.0%)6 (46.2%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (29.4%)5 (38.5%)
18 to 24 Years5 (12.2%)10 (26.3%)
25 to 34 Years5 (50.0%)16 (39.0%)
35 to 44 Years20 (46.5%)17 (73.9%)
45 to 54 Years19 (32.2%)51 (52.0%)
55 to 64 Years6 (15.4%)17 (25.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (10.7%)12 (26.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (15.2%)
Total98 (25.5%)194 (39.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Prentiss

According to the poverty statistics in Prentiss, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Prentiss
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (75.8%)30 (52.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years16 (61.5%)4 (18.2%)
12 to 14 Years15 (60.0%)7 (53.8%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years12 (70.6%)8 (61.5%)
18 to 24 Years36 (87.8%)28 (73.7%)
25 to 34 Years5 (50.0%)25 (61.0%)
35 to 44 Years23 (53.5%)6 (26.1%)
45 to 54 Years40 (67.8%)47 (48.0%)
55 to 64 Years33 (84.6%)51 (75.0%)
65 to 74 Years50 (89.3%)33 (73.3%)
75 Years and over31 (100.0%)50 (84.8%)
Total286 (74.5%)292 (60.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Prentiss

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Prentiss show that 16.0% or 19 of the total 119 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 42.9%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 6.9%, which includes 5 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Prentiss
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children67 (93.1%)5 (6.9%)
1 or 2 Children29 (72.5%)11 (27.5%)
3 or 4 Children4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total100 (84.0%)19 (16.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Prentiss

According to the poverty data in Prentiss, 19.2% or 5 single-father households and 54.7% or 29 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (55.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (64.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Prentiss
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children5 (55.6%)29 (64.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (19.2%)29 (54.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Prentiss

The poverty data for Prentiss shows that 19 of the married-couple family households (16.0%) and 34 of the single-parent households (43.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (42.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 household (63.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Prentiss
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children11 (27.5%)34 (63.0%)
3 or 4 Children3 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (16.0%)34 (43.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Prentiss

Employment by Class of Employer in Prentiss

Among the 225 employed individuals in Prentiss, private company employees (145 | 64.4%), state government employees (51 | 22.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (14 | 6.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Prentiss
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees14564.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)20.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)146.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations94.0%
Local Government Employees41.8%
State Government Employees5122.7%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total225100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Prentiss

According to the labor force statistics for Prentiss, out of the total population over 16 years of age (790), 31.3% or 247 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 15 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 76.7% or 23 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Prentiss
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years2 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years37 (56.9%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years23 (76.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years18 (62.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years48 (66.7%)7 (14.6%)
45 to 54 Years88 (55.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years3 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years16 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (5.8%)8 (100.0%)
Total247 (31.3%)15 (6.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Prentiss

According to labor force statistics for Prentiss, 47.9% of individuals (196) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (409) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 7 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 68.9% or 91 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.1% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Prentiss
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School28 (30.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma33 (32.4%)9 (9.1%)
College / Associate Degree91 (68.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher44 (53.0%)8 (9.1%)
Total196 (47.9%)15 (3.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Prentiss

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Prentiss are Community & Social Service (26 | 11.2%), Management (18 | 7.8%), Education Instruction & Library (16 | 6.9%), Education, Arts & Media (10 | 4.3%), and Business & Financial (5 | 2.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Prentiss

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Prentiss, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Prentiss
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Business & Financial2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 8 (30.8%)18 (69.2%)
Education, Arts & Media6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (12.5%)14 (87.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)14 (24.1%)44 (75.9%)
Total (Overall)104 (44.8%)128 (55.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Prentiss are Cleaning & Maintenance (23 | 9.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (16 | 6.9%), and Healthcare Support (9 | 3.9%).
Services Occupations in Prentiss

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Prentiss, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Prentiss
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving8 (50.0%)8 (50.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)31 (64.6%)17 (35.4%)
Total (Overall)104 (44.8%)128 (55.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Prentiss are Office & Administration (48 | 20.7%), and Sales & Related (33 | 14.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Prentiss

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Prentiss
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related15 (45.5%)18 (54.5%)
Office & Administration12 (25.0%)36 (75.0%)
Total (Category)27 (33.3%)54 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)104 (44.8%)128 (55.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Prentiss are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (10 | 4.3%), and Construction & Extraction (4 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Prentiss

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Prentiss
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)104 (44.8%)128 (55.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Prentiss are Production (12 | 5.2%), Transportation (12 | 5.2%), and Material Moving (7 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Prentiss

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Prentiss
OccupationMaleFemale
Production12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation6 (50.0%)6 (50.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)18 (58.1%)13 (41.9%)
Total (Overall)104 (44.8%)128 (55.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Prentiss

Employment Industries in Prentiss

The major employment industries in Prentiss include Retail Trade (55 | 23.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (39 | 16.8%), Manufacturing (35 | 15.1%), Educational Services (35 | 15.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (16 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries in Prentiss

Employment Industries by Sex in Prentiss

The Prentiss industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Prentiss
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing26 (74.3%)9 (25.7%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade29 (52.7%)26 (47.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services14 (40.0%)21 (60.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services8 (50.0%)8 (50.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total104 (44.8%)128 (55.2%)

Education in Prentiss

School Enrollment in Prentiss

The most common levels of schooling among the 153 students in Prentiss are high school (62 | 40.5%), elementary school (47 | 30.7%), and middle school (21 | 13.7%).
School Enrollment in Prentiss
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool42.6%
Kindergarten74.6%
Elementary School4730.7%
Middle School2113.7%
High School6240.5%
College / Undergraduate42.6%
Graduate / Professional85.2%
Total153100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Prentiss

Out of a total of 153 students who are enrolled in schools in Prentiss, 53 (34.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 100 (65.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 42 (82.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Prentiss
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old42 (82.4%)9 (17.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds35 (77.8%)10 (22.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds16 (57.1%)12 (42.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Total100 (65.4%)53 (34.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Prentiss

Science & technology (45 | 42.9%), education (31 | 29.5%), psychology (12 | 11.4%), business (5 | 4.8%), and arts & humanities (5 | 4.8%) are the most common fields of study among 105 individuals in Prentiss who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Prentiss
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology1211.4%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology4542.9%
Business54.8%
Education3129.5%
Literature & Languages10.9%
Liberal Arts & History21.9%
Visual & Performing Arts43.8%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities54.8%
Total105100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Prentiss

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Prentiss

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Prentiss are males with 2 vehicles (47, accounting for 46.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (29, making up 38.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Prentiss
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle22 (21.6%)45 (36.9%)
2 Vehicles47 (46.1%)29 (23.8%)
3 Vehicles33 (32.4%)48 (39.3%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total102 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Prentiss

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Prentiss are 45 to 59 minutes (50 commuters, 22.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (46 commuters, 20.4%), and 60 to 89 minutes (46 commuters, 20.4%).
Commute Time in Prentiss
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes229.8%
5 to 9 Minutes4620.4%
10 to 14 Minutes188.0%
15 to 19 Minutes31.3%
20 to 24 Minutes104.4%
25 to 29 Minutes94.0%
30 to 34 Minutes73.1%
35 to 39 Minutes83.6%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes5022.2%
60 to 89 Minutes4620.4%
90 or more Minutes62.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Prentiss

The most common commute times in Prentiss are 60 to 89 minutes (29 commuters, 28.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (40 commuters, 32.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Prentiss
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes20 (19.6%)2 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes6 (5.9%)40 (32.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes9 (8.8%)9 (7.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)3 (2.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (8.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes5 (4.9%)4 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes7 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)8 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes20 (19.6%)30 (24.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes29 (28.4%)17 (13.8%)
90 or more Minutes6 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Prentiss

The most frequent times of departure to work in Prentiss are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (21, 20.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (39, 31.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Prentiss
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM16 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM21 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2 (2.0%)8 (6.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2 (2.0%)14 (11.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM9 (8.8%)2 (1.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM10 (9.8%)13 (10.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM12 (11.8%)39 (31.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM13 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM9 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)18 (14.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM8 (7.8%)9 (7.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)20 (16.3%)
Total102 (100.0%)123 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Prentiss

Occupancy by Ownership in Prentiss

Of the total 367 dwellings in Prentiss, owner-occupied units account for 229 (62.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 138 (37.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Prentiss
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units22962.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units13837.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units367100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Prentiss

Occupancy by Household Size in Prentiss
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household16946.1%
2-Person Household9024.5%
3-Person Household6317.2%
4+ Person Household4512.3%
Total Housing Units367100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Prentiss

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Prentiss
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household95 (56.2%)74 (43.8%)
2-Person Household74 (82.2%)16 (17.8%)
3-Person Household31 (49.2%)32 (50.8%)
4+ Person Household29 (64.4%)16 (35.6%)
Total Housing Units229 (62.4%)138 (37.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Prentiss

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Prentiss
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School28 (37.3%)47 (62.7%)
High School Diploma58 (63.7%)33 (36.3%)
College/Associate Degree89 (63.6%)51 (36.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher54 (88.5%)7 (11.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Prentiss

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Prentiss
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5615.3%
35 to 44 Years3710.1%
45 to 54 Years6517.7%
55 to 64 Years5715.5%
65 to 74 Years7520.4%
75 to 84 Years6016.4%
85 Years and Over174.6%
Total367100.0%

Housing Finances in Prentiss

Median Income by Occupancy in Prentiss

Median Income by Occupancy in Prentiss
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied229 (62.4%)$33,456
Renter-Occupied138 (37.6%)$20,119
Average367 (100.0%)$25,859

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Prentiss

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Prentiss
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0008 (3.5%)12 (8.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (3.5%)9 (6.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99933 (14.4%)17 (12.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99917 (7.4%)30 (21.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99923 (10.0%)21 (15.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99936 (15.7%)35 (25.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (16.6%)6 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99916 (7.0%)6 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (11.8%)2 (1.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9997 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more16 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total229 (100.0%)138 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Prentiss

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Prentiss
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30057 (24.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49963 (27.5%)21 (15.2%)
$500 to $79952 (22.7%)63 (45.7%)
$800 to $99935 (15.3%)38 (27.5%)
$1,000 to $1,49922 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total229 (100.0%)138 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Prentiss

Housing Structures in Prentiss

Housing Structures in Prentiss
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached30783.7%
Single Unit, Attached20.5%
2 Unit Apartments246.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments133.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments41.1%
10 or more Apartments174.6%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total367100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Prentiss

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Prentiss
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached221 (72.0%)86 (28.0%)
Single Unit, Attached2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments6 (25.0%)18 (75.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total229 (62.4%)138 (37.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Prentiss

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Prentiss
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms3 (1.3%)21 (15.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms79 (34.5%)60 (43.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms120 (52.4%)48 (34.8%)
8 or more Rooms27 (11.8%)9 (6.5%)
Total229 (100.0%)138 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Prentiss

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Prentiss
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas72 (31.4%)62 (44.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas15 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity140 (61.1%)76 (55.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used2 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total229 (100.0%)138 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Prentiss

Household Vehicle Usage in Prentiss
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle20 (8.7%)32 (23.2%)
1 Vehicle106 (46.3%)81 (58.7%)
2 Vehicles71 (31.0%)25 (18.1%)
3 or more Vehicles32 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total229 (100.0%)138 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Prentiss

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Prentiss

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units122107
Median Property Value$86,700$75,200
Median Household Income$19,375$0
Monthly Housing Costs$333$0
Real Estate Taxes$827$38

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Prentiss

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Prentiss
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00013 (10.7%)12 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99954 (44.3%)78 (72.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99949 (40.2%)17 (15.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9996 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total122 (100.0%)107 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Prentiss

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Prentiss
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00016 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99959 (48.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (13.9%)14 (13.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (1.6%)19 (17.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9992 (1.6%)36 (33.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (8.2%)14 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)17 (15.9%)
$150,000 or more16 (13.1%)7 (6.5%)
Total122 (100.0%)107 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Prentiss

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Prentiss
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x43 (35.2%)44,063 (41,180.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x6 (4.9%)63 (58.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (8.2%)32 (29.9%)
4.0x or more55 (45.1%)12 (11.2%)
Total122 (100.0%)107 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Prentiss

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Prentiss
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80030 (24.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49922 (18.0%)25 (23.4%)
$800 to $1,49912 (9.8%)23 (21.5%)
Total122 (100.0%)107 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Prentiss

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prentiss

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prentiss
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years48 (77.4%)14 (22.6%)
26 to 34 Years27 (52.9%)24 (47.1%)
35 to 44 Years30 (45.5%)36 (54.5%)
45 to 54 Years137 (87.3%)20 (12.7%)
55 to 64 Years93 (86.9%)14 (13.1%)
65 to 74 Years101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total768 (87.7%)108 (12.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Prentiss

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Prentiss
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen48 (77.4%)14 (22.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Prentiss

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Prentiss
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000234 (82.7%)49 (17.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999289 (88.9%)36 (11.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99978 (95.1%)4 (4.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99985 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over57 (75.0%)19 (25.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prentiss

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prentiss
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 682 (84.5%)19 (19.6%)
6 to 18 Years132 (91.0%)13 (9.0%)
19 to 25 Years20 (32.3%)33 (53.2%)
25 to 34 Years18 (35.3%)9 (17.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)30 (45.5%)
45 to 54 Years58 (36.9%)88 (56.0%)
55 to 64 Years47 (43.9%)55 (51.4%)
65 to 74 Years101 (100.0%)43 (42.6%)
75 Years and over90 (100.0%)32 (35.6%)
Total548 (62.6%)322 (36.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Prentiss

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Prentiss
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years19 (24.4%)12 (21.0%)
18 to 34 Years18 (35.3%)2 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years45 (31.9%)73 (38.6%)
65 to 74 Years40 (71.4%)10 (22.2%)
75 Years and over23 (74.2%)31 (52.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Prentiss

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Prentiss: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years12 (8.5%)23 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (13.3%)
75 Years and over18 (58.1%)8 (13.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Prentiss: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (2.8%)9 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years17 (30.4%)6 (13.3%)
75 Years and over21 (67.7%)8 (13.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Prentiss: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years19 (24.4%)12 (21.0%)
18 to 34 Years18 (35.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years20 (14.2%)32 (16.9%)
65 to 74 Years23 (41.1%)6 (13.3%)
75 Years and over15 (48.4%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Prentiss: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years14 (9.9%)60 (31.8%)
65 to 74 Years15 (26.8%)10 (22.2%)
75 Years and over23 (74.2%)23 (39.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Prentiss: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (9.2%)34 (18.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (44.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (41.9%)14 (23.7%)

Technology Access in Prentiss

Computing Device Access in Prentiss

Computing Device Access in Prentiss
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop25268.7%
Smartphone30382.6%
Tablet15943.3%
No Computing Device4111.2%
Total367100.0%

Internet Access in Prentiss

Internet Access in Prentiss
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home18049.0%
Cellular Data Only6718.3%
Satellite Internet5113.9%
No Internet8021.8%
Total367100.0%

Prentiss Summary

Prentiss, Mississippi is a small town located in Jefferson Davis County, in the southeastern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Leaf River, and is home to a population of approximately 1,500 people. The town was founded in 1848, and is named after the first governor of Mississippi, Walter Leake Prentiss.

Geography

Prentiss is located in the southeastern part of Mississippi, in Jefferson Davis County. It is situated on the banks of the Leaf River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town is located approximately 30 miles south of Hattiesburg, and is about an hour and a half drive from the state capital of Jackson.
The climate in Prentiss is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, with temperatures reaching as high as 95 degrees in the summer months. The average annual precipitation is around 50 inches, with most of the rain falling in the spring and summer months.

Economy

The economy of Prentiss is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The town is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town is also home to several lumber mills, which produce lumber for the local and regional markets.
In addition to agriculture and forestry, Prentiss is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town is also home to a small manufacturing sector, which produces a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and electronics.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Prentiss was 1,500. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 18.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 1.6% from other races. The median household income was $30,000, and the median family income was $35,000.
The town is served by the Jefferson Davis County School District, which includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The town is also home to a branch of the University of Southern Mississippi, which offers a variety of degree programs.

Conclusion

Prentiss, Mississippi is a small town located in Jefferson Davis County, in the southeastern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Leaf River, and is home to a population of approximately 1,500 people. The town was founded in 1848, and is named after the first governor of Mississippi, Walter Leake Prentiss. The economy of Prentiss is largely based on agriculture and forestry, and the town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The racial makeup of the town is 79.2% White, 18.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 1.6% from other races. The town is served by the Jefferson Davis County School District, and is also home to a branch of the University of Southern Mississippi.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Prentiss?
Total Population of Prentiss is 985.
What is the Total Male Population of Prentiss?
Total Male Population of Prentiss is 483.
What is the Total Female Population of Prentiss?
Total Female Population of Prentiss is 502.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Prentiss?
There are 96.22 Males per 100 Females in Prentiss.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Prentiss?
There are 103.93 Females per 100 Males in Prentiss.
What is the Median Population Age in Prentiss?
Median Population Age in Prentiss is 48.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Prentiss
Average Family Size in Prentiss is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Prentiss
Average Household Size in Prentiss is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Prentiss?
Per Capita income in Prentiss is $17,134.
What is the Median Family Income in Prentiss?
Median Family Income in Prentiss is $36,500.
What is the Median Household income in Prentiss?
Median Household Income in Prentiss is $25,859.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Prentiss?
Income or Wage Gap in Prentiss is 52.6%.
Women in Prentiss earn 47.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Prentiss?
Inequality or Gini Index in Prentiss is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Prentiss?
There are 247 People in the Labor Forcein in Prentiss.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Prentiss?
31.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Prentiss.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Prentiss?
Unemployment Rate in Prentiss is 6.1%.