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Agricola, MS

Mississippi

Agricola is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 281. Residents earn $78,462 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
281 Population 187/sq mi density
$78,462 Median Income $44,514 per capita
$158,300 Home Value
68°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,462 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,300 home value
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,462
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $158,300
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population281
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,462
Per Capita$44,514
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$653M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units177
Rent Burden25.8%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured12.8%
Smoking18.1%
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain67.1 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation201 ft (61 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Agricola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Agricola receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Agricola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Agricola is $78,462, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Agricola is $158,300, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Agricola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 67.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Agricola has a population of 281 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

281
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Agricola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Agricola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Agricola is $78,462, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Agricola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,462
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,514
Avg Weekly Wage$797
IRS Avg AGI$61,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)398
County GDP$653M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare37
Retail68
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,312
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Agricola is $158,300, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,300
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units177
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,312
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Agricola, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 20.0% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma8.5%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured12.8%
49% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits8.4%
Premature Death13,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access36.0%
Healthcare Facilities37
Agricola has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.1 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.6°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.1 inches
77% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation201 ft (61 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates30.8138°N, 88.5249°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.1%
D 10.3%

Winner: Republican by 78.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score4.42
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants39
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.0%

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