Ripley, MS

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Ripley Overview

5,440
TOTAL POPULATION
2,708
MALE POPULATION
2,732
FEMALE POPULATION
99.12
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.89
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,000
PER CAPITA INCOME
$68,136
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,175
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
42.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
57.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,907
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Ripley Area Codes

Race in Ripley

The most populous races in Ripley are White / Caucasian (3,237 | 59.5%), Black / African American (1,053 | 19.4%), and Two or more Races (698 | 12.8%).
Race in Ripley
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1,05319.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific90.2%
Hispanic or Latino64211.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,23759.5%
Two or more Races69812.8%
Some other Race4438.1%
Total5,440100.0%

Ancestry in Ripley

The most populous ancestries reported in Ripley are English (623 | 11.5%), Mexican (357 | 6.6%), American (299 | 5.5%), Irish (297 | 5.5%), and Central American (248 | 4.6%), together accounting for 33.5% of all Ripley residents.
Ancestry in Ripley
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1613.0%
American2995.5%
Central American2484.6%
Choctaw240.4%
Dutch270.5%
English62311.5%
European60.1%
French300.5%
German541.0%
Honduran2484.6%
Irish2975.5%
Italian1162.1%
Korean1222.2%
Latvian100.2%
Mexican3576.6%
Nigerian140.3%
Puerto Rican130.2%
Samoan410.7%
Scotch-Irish190.4%
Scottish1582.9%
Subsaharan African1753.2%
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Immigrants in Ripley

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ripley came from Central America (272 | 5.0%), Latin America (272 | 5.0%), Mexico (272 | 5.0%), Africa (14 | 0.3%), and Nigeria (14 | 0.3%), together accounting for 15.5% of all Ripley residents.
Immigrants in Ripley
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa140.3%
Central America2725.0%
Latin America2725.0%
Mexico2725.0%
Nigeria140.3%
Western Africa140.3%
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Sex and Age in Ripley

Sex and Age in Ripley

The most populous age groups in Ripley are 10 to 14 Years (361 | 13.3%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (329 | 12.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Ripley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years51 (1.9%)131 (4.8%)
5 to 9 Years256 (9.5%)102 (3.7%)
10 to 14 Years361 (13.3%)91 (3.3%)
15 to 19 Years277 (10.2%)260 (9.5%)
20 to 24 Years227 (8.4%)180 (6.6%)
25 to 29 Years140 (5.2%)148 (5.4%)
30 to 34 Years116 (4.3%)149 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Years122 (4.5%)181 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Years127 (4.7%)329 (12.0%)
45 to 49 Years205 (7.6%)107 (3.9%)
50 to 54 Years295 (10.9%)137 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years65 (2.4%)171 (6.3%)
60 to 64 Years83 (3.1%)123 (4.5%)
65 to 69 Years114 (4.2%)158 (5.8%)
70 to 74 Years194 (7.2%)223 (8.2%)
75 to 79 Years23 (0.9%)41 (1.5%)
80 to 84 Years29 (1.1%)82 (3.0%)
85 Years and over23 (0.9%)119 (4.4%)
Total2,708 (100.0%)2,732 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Ripley

Median Family Size in Ripley

The median family size in Ripley is 3.26 persons per family, with single female/mother families (204 | 16.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.4 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (122 | 9.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.95 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Ripley
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple950 (74.5%)3.27
Single Male/Father122 (9.6%)2.95
Single Female/Mother204 (16.0%)3.40
Total Families1,276 (100.0%)3.26

Median Household Size in Ripley

The median household size in Ripley is 2.56 persons per household, with single male/father households (122 | 5.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.83 persons per household. non-family households (782 | 38.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Ripley
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple950 (46.2%)3.40
Single Male/Father122 (5.9%)3.83
Single Female/Mother204 (9.9%)3.40
Non-family782 (38.0%)1.11
Total Households2,058 (100.0%)2.56

Household Size by Marriage Status in Ripley

Out of a total of 2,058 households in Ripley, 1,276 (62.0%) are family households, while 782 (38.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 654, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 710.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ripley
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-710 (34.5%)
2-Person Households654 (31.8%)64 (3.1%)
3-Person Households168 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households270 (13.1%)8 (0.4%)
5-Person Households96 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households50 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households38 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,276 (62.0%)782 (38.0%)

Female Fertility in Ripley

Fertility by Age in Ripley

Female Fertility by Age in Ripley
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 Ripley

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ripley
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 Ripley

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Ripley
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 Ripley

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ripley
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 Ripley

Income Overview in Ripley

Per Capita Income in Ripley is $26,000, while median incomes of families and households are $68,136 and $53,175 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,440$26,000
Median Family Income1,276$68,136
Mean Family Income1,276$76,558
Median Household Income2,058$53,175
Mean Household Income2,058$64,659
Income Deficit1,276$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,44042.30%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,44057.70¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,4400.39

Earnings by Sex in Ripley

Average Earnings in Ripley are $33,456, $41,847 for men and $24,144 for women, a difference of 42.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Ripley
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,516 (52.1%)$41,847
Female1,393 (47.9%)$24,144
Total2,909 (100.0%)$33,456

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ripley

The most common earnings brackets in Ripley are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (214 | 14.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (212 | 15.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ripley
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less142 (9.4%)77 (5.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99922 (1.5%)79 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49913 (0.9%)10 (0.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)136 (9.8%)
$10,000 to $12,4997 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99935 (2.3%)72 (5.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49945 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99953 (3.5%)175 (12.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)37 (2.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99938 (2.5%)168 (12.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99978 (5.1%)87 (6.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999105 (6.9%)212 (15.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99990 (5.9%)65 (4.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999177 (11.7%)40 (2.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999159 (10.5%)19 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $54,99982 (5.4%)65 (4.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999214 (14.1%)100 (7.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99977 (5.1%)8 (0.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999149 (9.8%)24 (1.7%)
$100,000+30 (2.0%)19 (1.4%)
Total1,516 (100.0%)1,393 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ripley

Average earnings in Ripley are $48,075 for men and $25,378 for women, a difference of 47.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $89,167, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,960. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $73,281, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,665.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ripley
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$50,341$19,665
High School Diploma$40,960$23,512
College or Associate's Degree$50,571$25,930
Bachelor's Degree$45,690$41,731
Graduate Degree$89,167$73,281
Total$48,075$25,378

Family Income in Ripley

Family Income Brackets in Ripley

According to the Ripley family income data, there are 259 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 23 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Ripley
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000634.9%
$10,000 to $14,999231.8%
$15,000 to $24,999947.4%
$25,000 to $34,999372.9%
$35,000 to $49,99925520.0%
$50,000 to $74,99925620.1%
$75,000 to $99,99925920.3%
$100,000 to $149,99920416.0%
$150,000 to $199,999312.4%
$200,000+544.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ripley

4-person families (215 | 16.9%) account for the highest median family income in Ripley with $121,301 per family, while 4-person families (215 | 16.9%) have the highest median income of $30,325 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ripley
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families707 (55.4%)$56,520
3-Person Families177 (13.9%)$44,406
4-Person Families215 (16.9%)$121,301
5-Person Families89 (7.0%)$91,464
6-Person Families71 (5.6%)$44,776
7+ Person Families17 (1.3%)$0
Total1,276 (100.0%)$68,136

Family Income by Number of Earners in Ripley

The median family income in Ripley is $68,136, with families comprising 3+ earners (129) having the highest median family income of $121,743, while families with no earners (96) have the lowest median family income of $35,192, accounting for 10.1% and 7.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ripley
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners96 (7.5%)$35,192
1 Earner401 (31.4%)$40,547
2 Earners650 (50.9%)$81,183
3+ Earners129 (10.1%)$121,743
Total1,276 (100.0%)$68,136

Household Income in Ripley

Household Income Brackets in Ripley

With 395 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Ripley, accounting for 19.2% of all households. In contrast, only 31 households (1.5%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Ripley
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000703.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991286.2%
$15,000 to $24,99929214.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991859.0%
$35,000 to $49,99929814.5%
$50,000 to $74,99937718.3%
$75,000 to $99,99939519.2%
$100,000 to $149,99922410.9%
$150,000 to $199,999311.5%
$200,000+582.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Ripley

The median household income in Ripley is $53,175, with the highest median household income of $67,908 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 662 households (32.2%) 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 78 households (3.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Ripley
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years78 (3.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years662 (32.2%)$67,908
45 to 64 Years678 (32.9%)$62,500
65+ Years640 (31.1%)$39,167
Total2,058 (100.0%)$53,175

Poverty in Ripley

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ripley

With 12.0% poverty level for males and 19.6% for females among the residents of Ripley, 75 year old and over males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 9 males (36.0%) and 63 females (53.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ripley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)23 (17.6%)
5 Years18 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years84 (34.6%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years12 (5.8%)44 (48.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)63 (53.4%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)13 (30.2%)
18 to 24 Years77 (23.1%)64 (22.9%)
25 to 34 Years58 (22.7%)75 (25.3%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)89 (17.6%)
45 to 54 Years27 (5.5%)52 (23.6%)
55 to 64 Years31 (20.9%)49 (17.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)33 (8.8%)
75 Years and over9 (36.0%)9 (4.9%)
Total316 (12.0%)514 (19.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ripley

According to the poverty statistics in Ripley, males aged under 5 years 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 Ripley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years38 (100.0%)108 (82.4%)
5 Years143 (88.8%)45 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years159 (65.4%)57 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years196 (94.2%)47 (51.6%)
15 Years29 (100.0%)55 (46.6%)
16 and 17 Years141 (100.0%)30 (69.8%)
18 to 24 Years257 (76.9%)215 (77.1%)
25 to 34 Years198 (77.3%)222 (74.8%)
35 to 44 Years246 (100.0%)416 (82.4%)
45 to 54 Years467 (94.5%)168 (76.4%)
55 to 64 Years117 (79.0%)227 (82.3%)
65 to 74 Years302 (100.0%)341 (91.2%)
75 Years and over16 (64.0%)174 (95.1%)
Total2,309 (88.0%)2,105 (80.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ripley

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ripley
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children626 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children201 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total950 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ripley

According to the poverty data in Ripley, 24.6% or 30 single-father households and 71.1% or 145 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ripley
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)32 (57.1%)
1 or 2 Children23 (24.5%)89 (71.8%)
3 or 4 Children7 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (24.6%)145 (71.1%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ripley
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)32 (41.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)112 (51.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)175 (53.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Ripley

Employment by Class of Employer in Ripley

Among the 2,618 employed individuals in Ripley, private company employees (1,842 | 70.4%), state government employees (205 | 7.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (200 | 7.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Ripley
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,84270.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1535.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2007.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations933.5%
Local Government Employees1104.2%
State Government Employees2057.8%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers150.6%
Total2,618100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Ripley

According to the labor force statistics for Ripley, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,301), 67.6% or 2,907 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.6% or 279 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 94.4% or 272 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 29.7% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Ripley
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years74 (19.0%)22 (29.7%)
20 to 24 Years354 (87.0%)64 (18.1%)
25 to 29 Years272 (94.4%)15 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Years209 (78.9%)21 (10.0%)
35 to 44 Years714 (94.1%)25 (3.5%)
45 to 54 Years624 (83.9%)102 (16.3%)
55 to 59 Years158 (66.9%)30 (19.0%)
60 to 64 Years116 (56.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years388 (56.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,907 (67.6%)279 (9.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ripley

According to labor force statistics for Ripley, 83.8% of individuals (2,093) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,498) are in the labor force, with 9.2% or 193 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 94.1% or 639 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.1% or 109 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ripley
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School639 (94.1%)116 (17.1%)
High School Diploma510 (73.9%)61 (8.8%)
College / Associate Degree597 (89.4%)28 (4.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher347 (75.3%)18 (4.0%)
Total2,093 (83.8%)230 (9.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Ripley

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ripley are Health Diagnosing & Treating (258 | 9.8%), Community & Social Service (192 | 7.3%), Health Technologists (166 | 6.3%), Education Instruction & Library (135 | 5.1%), and Business & Financial (74 | 2.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Ripley

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ripley, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (97.6%), Business & Financial (85.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (72.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Ripley
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial11 (14.9%)63 (85.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 94 (49.0%)98 (51.0%)
Education, Arts & Media42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library37 (27.4%)98 (72.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating96 (37.2%)162 (62.8%)
Health Technologists4 (2.4%)162 (97.6%)
Total (Category)221 (40.6%)323 (59.4%)
Total (Overall)1,376 (52.3%)1,254 (47.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Ripley are Cleaning & Maintenance (144 | 5.5%), Personal Care & Service (50 | 1.9%), Security & Protection (30 | 1.1%), Law Enforcement (30 | 1.1%), and Healthcare Support (16 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations in Ripley

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Ripley, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Ripley
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Security & Protection30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)144 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
Total (Category)30 (11.9%)223 (88.1%)
Total (Overall)1,376 (52.3%)1,254 (47.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ripley are Office & Administration (332 | 12.6%), and Sales & Related (324 | 12.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Ripley

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Ripley
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related156 (48.1%)168 (51.8%)
Office & Administration69 (20.8%)263 (79.2%)
Total (Category)225 (34.3%)431 (65.7%)
Total (Overall)1,376 (52.3%)1,254 (47.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ripley are Construction & Extraction (164 | 6.2%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (75 | 2.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (55 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Ripley

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Ripley
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction164 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)294 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,376 (52.3%)1,254 (47.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ripley are Production (399 | 15.2%), Transportation (267 | 10.2%), and Material Moving (217 | 8.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Ripley

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Ripley
OccupationMaleFemale
Production199 (49.9%)200 (50.1%)
Transportation232 (86.9%)35 (13.1%)
Material Moving175 (80.6%)42 (19.4%)
Total (Category)606 (68.6%)277 (31.4%)
Total (Overall)1,376 (52.3%)1,254 (47.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Ripley

Employment Industries in Ripley

The major employment industries in Ripley include Manufacturing (529 | 20.1%), Retail Trade (468 | 17.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (335 | 12.7%), Transportation & Warehousing (320 | 12.2%), and Construction (208 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Ripley

Employment Industries by Sex in Ripley

The Ripley industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (89.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ripley
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting51 (43.6%)66 (56.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction208 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing268 (50.7%)261 (49.3%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Retail Trade285 (60.9%)183 (39.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing285 (89.1%)35 (10.9%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance37 (35.9%)66 (64.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Educational Services44 (28.9%)108 (71.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance96 (28.7%)239 (71.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Public Administration37 (30.6%)84 (69.4%)
Total1,376 (52.3%)1,254 (47.7%)

Education in Ripley

School Enrollment in Ripley

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,342 students in Ripley are high school (445 | 33.2%), middle school (374 | 27.9%), and kindergarten (183 | 13.6%).
School Enrollment in Ripley
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten18313.6%
Elementary School17713.2%
Middle School37427.9%
High School44533.2%
College / Undergraduate13710.2%
Graduate / Professional261.9%
Total1,342100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ripley

Out of a total of 1,342 students who are enrolled in schools in Ripley, 228 (17.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,114 (83.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 10 (23.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ripley
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old209 (78.9%)56 (21.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds348 (77.0%)104 (23.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds243 (80.7%)58 (19.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds129 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds32 (76.2%)10 (23.8%)
35 Years and over89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,114 (83.0%)228 (17.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ripley

Education (295 | 43.2%), science & technology (137 | 20.1%), psychology (74 | 10.8%), liberal arts & history (49 | 7.2%), and business (44 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 683 individuals in Ripley who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ripley
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural375.4%
Physical & Health Sciences50.7%
Psychology7410.8%
Social Sciences10.2%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology13720.1%
Business446.4%
Education29543.2%
Literature & Languages121.8%
Liberal Arts & History497.2%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities294.3%
Total683100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Ripley

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ripley

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ripley are males with 2 vehicles (516, accounting for 37.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (464, making up 41.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ripley
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle27 (2.0%)27 (2.2%)
1 Vehicle370 (26.9%)368 (29.6%)
2 Vehicles516 (37.5%)464 (37.4%)
3 Vehicles254 (18.5%)232 (18.7%)
4 Vehicles53 (3.8%)68 (5.5%)
5 or more Vehicles156 (11.3%)83 (6.7%)
Total1,376 (100.0%)1,242 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Ripley

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ripley are 10 to 14 minutes (588 commuters, 22.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (465 commuters, 18.1%), and 30 to 34 minutes (442 commuters, 17.2%).
Commute Time in Ripley
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1606.2%
5 to 9 Minutes46518.1%
10 to 14 Minutes58822.9%
15 to 19 Minutes31212.1%
20 to 24 Minutes1957.6%
25 to 29 Minutes923.6%
30 to 34 Minutes44217.2%
35 to 39 Minutes10.0%
40 to 44 Minutes1254.9%
45 to 59 Minutes883.4%
60 to 89 Minutes973.8%
90 or more Minutes60.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Ripley

The most common commute times in Ripley are 10 to 14 minutes (303 commuters, 22.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (285 commuters, 23.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Ripley
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes112 (8.2%)48 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes190 (13.9%)275 (22.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes303 (22.1%)285 (23.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes209 (15.2%)103 (8.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes93 (6.8%)102 (8.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes92 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes167 (12.2%)275 (22.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (0.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes88 (6.4%)37 (3.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes25 (1.8%)63 (5.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes87 (6.3%)10 (0.8%)
90 or more Minutes6 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ripley

The most frequent times of departure to work in Ripley are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (269, 19.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (337, 28.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ripley
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM154 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)72 (6.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM208 (15.2%)144 (12.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM269 (19.6%)106 (8.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM74 (5.4%)40 (3.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM219 (16.0%)337 (28.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM110 (8.0%)179 (14.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM81 (5.9%)85 (7.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM39 (2.8%)33 (2.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM8 (0.6%)74 (6.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)89 (7.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM6 (0.4%)23 (1.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM204 (14.9%)17 (1.4%)
Total1,372 (100.0%)1,199 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Ripley

Occupancy by Ownership in Ripley

Of the total 2,058 dwellings in Ripley, owner-occupied units account for 1,414 (68.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 644 (31.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Ripley
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,41468.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units64431.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,058100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Ripley

Occupancy by Household Size in Ripley
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household71034.5%
2-Person Household71834.9%
3-Person Household1688.2%
4+ Person Household46222.5%
Total Housing Units2,058100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ripley

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ripley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household425 (59.9%)285 (40.1%)
2-Person Household581 (80.9%)137 (19.1%)
3-Person Household96 (57.1%)72 (42.9%)
4+ Person Household312 (67.5%)150 (32.5%)
Total Housing Units1,414 (68.7%)644 (31.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ripley

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ripley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School264 (50.4%)260 (49.6%)
High School Diploma325 (66.5%)164 (33.5%)
College/Associate Degree513 (82.7%)107 (17.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher312 (73.4%)113 (26.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ripley

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ripley
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years37518.2%
35 to 44 Years36517.7%
45 to 54 Years44421.6%
55 to 64 Years23411.4%
65 to 74 Years45722.2%
75 to 84 Years1055.1%
85 Years and Over783.8%
Total2,058100.0%

Housing Finances in Ripley

Median Income by Occupancy in Ripley

Median Income by Occupancy in Ripley
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,414 (68.7%)$59,868
Renter-Occupied644 (31.3%)$40,611
Average2,058 (100.0%)$53,175

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ripley

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ripley
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00011 (0.8%)56 (8.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9992 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99911 (0.8%)116 (18.0%)
$15,000 to $19,999132 (9.3%)32 (5.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99965 (4.6%)63 (9.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999151 (10.7%)35 (5.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999166 (11.7%)133 (20.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999269 (19.0%)108 (16.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999315 (22.3%)80 (12.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999204 (14.4%)21 (3.3%)
$150,000 or more88 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,414 (100.0%)644 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ripley

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ripley
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300166 (11.7%)87 (13.5%)
$300 to $499213 (15.1%)116 (18.0%)
$500 to $799272 (19.2%)153 (23.8%)
$800 to $999219 (15.5%)153 (23.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499427 (30.2%)93 (14.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99984 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49933 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,414 (100.0%)644 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Ripley

Housing Structures in Ripley

Housing Structures in Ripley
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,62679.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments1025.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments100.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments211.0%
10 or more Apartments592.9%
Mobile Home / Other24011.7%
Total2,058100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ripley

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ripley
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,381 (84.9%)245 (15.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)102 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments8 (13.6%)51 (86.4%)
Mobile Home / Other25 (10.4%)215 (89.6%)
Total1,414 (68.7%)644 (31.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ripley

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ripley
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)52 (8.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms45 (3.2%)43 (6.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms499 (35.3%)256 (39.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms567 (40.1%)163 (25.3%)
8 or more Rooms303 (21.4%)130 (20.2%)
Total1,414 (100.0%)644 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ripley

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ripley
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas907 (64.1%)322 (50.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas10 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity497 (35.1%)322 (50.0%)
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 Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,414 (100.0%)644 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Ripley

Household Vehicle Usage in Ripley
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle24 (1.7%)88 (13.7%)
1 Vehicle586 (41.4%)397 (61.7%)
2 Vehicles555 (39.3%)98 (15.2%)
3 or more Vehicles249 (17.6%)61 (9.5%)
Total1,414 (100.0%)644 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Ripley

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ripley

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units653761
Median Property Value$117,400$147,500
Median Household Income$53,071$46
Monthly Housing Costs$479$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,087$83

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ripley

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ripley
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00093 (14.2%)23 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999198 (30.3%)261 (34.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999331 (50.7%)477 (62.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99912 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99919 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total653 (100.0%)761 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ripley

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ripley
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00013 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999128 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99969 (10.6%)80 (10.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999106 (16.2%)82 (10.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99989 (13.6%)60 (7.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999137 (21.0%)180 (23.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99969 (10.6%)178 (23.4%)
$150,000 or more42 (6.4%)135 (17.7%)
Total653 (100.0%)761 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ripley

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ripley
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x284 (43.5%)69,416 (9,121.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x160 (24.5%)283 (37.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x37 (5.7%)202 (26.5%)
4.0x or more161 (24.7%)91 (12.0%)
Total653 (100.0%)761 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ripley

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ripley
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800185 (28.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499121 (18.5%)180 (23.6%)
$800 to $1,499134 (20.5%)373 (49.0%)
Total653 (100.0%)761 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Ripley

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ripley

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ripley
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years370 (95.4%)18 (4.6%)
6 to 18 Years911 (84.5%)167 (15.5%)
19 to 25 Years366 (70.1%)156 (29.9%)
26 to 34 Years384 (76.6%)117 (23.4%)
35 to 44 Years534 (71.1%)217 (28.9%)
45 to 54 Years473 (66.2%)241 (33.8%)
55 to 64 Years378 (89.1%)46 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years676 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older208 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,300 (81.7%)962 (18.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ripley

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ripley
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born370 (95.4%)18 (4.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen911 (84.5%)167 (15.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen366 (70.1%)156 (29.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ripley

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ripley
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000568 (66.7%)284 (33.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999955 (75.1%)317 (24.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999656 (86.5%)102 (13.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,015 (85.7%)170 (14.3%)
$100,000 and over1,106 (92.5%)89 (7.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ripley

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ripley
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6221 (57.0%)196 (50.5%)
6 to 18 Years395 (36.6%)582 (54.0%)
19 to 25 Years82 (15.7%)296 (56.7%)
25 to 34 Years59 (11.8%)370 (73.9%)
35 to 44 Years22 (2.9%)512 (68.2%)
45 to 54 Years56 (7.8%)422 (59.1%)
55 to 64 Years86 (20.3%)292 (68.9%)
65 to 74 Years676 (100.0%)370 (54.7%)
75 Years and over208 (100.0%)159 (76.4%)
Total1,805 (34.3%)3,199 (60.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ripley

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ripley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (4.2%)
18 to 34 Years88 (14.9%)68 (11.8%)
35 to 64 Years74 (8.3%)158 (15.8%)
65 to 74 Years35 (11.6%)69 (18.4%)
75 Years and over9 (36.0%)96 (52.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ripley

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Ripley: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (4.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)27 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years22 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (2.3%)22 (5.9%)
75 Years and over2 (8.0%)19 (10.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Ripley: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (4.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)22 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years22 (2.5%)6 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years9 (3.0%)22 (5.9%)
75 Years and over9 (36.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Ripley: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (4.2%)
18 to 34 Years88 (14.9%)19 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years52 (5.9%)91 (9.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)23 (6.1%)
75 Years and over9 (36.0%)30 (16.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Ripley: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (4.2%)
18 to 34 Years80 (13.6%)6 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (2.5%)111 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years28 (9.3%)60 (16.0%)
75 Years and over7 (28.0%)94 (51.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Ripley: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (4.2%)
18 to 34 Years46 (7.8%)6 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)51 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)20 (5.3%)
75 Years and over7 (28.0%)29 (15.9%)

Technology Access in Ripley

Computing Device Access in Ripley

Computing Device Access in Ripley
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,15256.0%
Smartphone1,80887.8%
Tablet91044.2%
No Computing Device1527.4%
Total2,058100.0%

Internet Access in Ripley

Internet Access in Ripley
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,36566.3%
Cellular Data Only30815.0%
Satellite Internet43421.1%
No Internet28113.7%
Total2,058100.0%

Ripley Summary

Ripley, Mississippi is a small city located in Tippah County, Mississippi. It is the county seat of Tippah County and is located in the northeast corner of the state. The city has a population of approximately 5,000 people and is part of the larger Tupelo metropolitan area.

History

Ripley was founded in 1837 and was named after the famous American naval hero, Commodore Matthew C. Perry. The city was originally known as Perryville, but the name was changed to Ripley in 1839. The city was incorporated in 1841 and was the first county seat of Tippah County.
Ripley was an important railroad hub during the Civil War. The city was the site of a major battle in 1863, when Confederate forces under General Nathan Bedford Forrest defeated Union forces under General William Sooy Smith. The battle was a major victory for the Confederacy and helped to secure the region for the South.
Ripley was also an important center of industry during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The city was home to several cotton mills, lumber mills, and other manufacturing businesses. The city was also home to several banks and other financial institutions.

Geography

Ripley is located in the northeast corner of Mississippi, in Tippah County. The city is situated on the banks of the Tippah River, which flows through the city. The city is located about 50 miles south of Memphis, Tennessee and about 100 miles north of Jackson, Mississippi.
The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land. The city is located in a hilly region of the state, with elevations ranging from about 500 to 800 feet above sea level. The climate in Ripley is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Economy

Ripley’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large farms, which produce cotton, soybeans, corn, and other crops. The city is also home to several manufacturing businesses, including furniture factories, textile mills, and other industrial businesses.
The city is also home to several banks and other financial institutions. The city is served by the Tippah County School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools in the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Ripley was 5,478. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 18.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 19.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.3% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Ripley is a small city with a rich history and a diverse economy. The city is home to several large farms and manufacturing businesses, as well as several banks and other financial institutions. The city is served by the Tippah County School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools in the area. The city has a population of approximately 5,000 people and is part of the larger Tupelo metropolitan area.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Ripley?
Total Population of Ripley is 5,440.
What is the Total Male Population of Ripley?
Total Male Population of Ripley is 2,708.
What is the Total Female Population of Ripley?
Total Female Population of Ripley is 2,732.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ripley?
There are 99.12 Males per 100 Females in Ripley.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ripley?
There are 100.89 Females per 100 Males in Ripley.
What is the Median Population Age in Ripley?
Median Population Age in Ripley is 39.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ripley
Average Family Size in Ripley is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ripley
Average Household Size in Ripley is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ripley?
Per Capita income in Ripley is $26,000.
What is the Median Family Income in Ripley?
Median Family Income in Ripley is $68,136.
What is the Median Household income in Ripley?
Median Household Income in Ripley is $53,175.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ripley?
Income or Wage Gap in Ripley is 42.3%.
Women in Ripley earn 57.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ripley?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ripley is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ripley?
There are 2,907 People in the Labor Forcein in Ripley.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ripley?
67.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Ripley.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ripley?
Unemployment Rate in Ripley is 9.6%.