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Arcola, MS

Mississippi

Arcola is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 160. Residents earn $26,667 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
160 Population 727/sq mi density
$26,667 Median Income $12,506 per capita
$53,000 Home Value
$563 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$26,667 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,000 home value, $563/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,667
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $563
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population160
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density727/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans1.9%

Economy

D
Median Income$26,667
Per Capita$12,506
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$1,776M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,000
Rent$563
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units128
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking14.9%
Depression15.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+69.7%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 67%
Commute26 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries7

Is Arcola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arcola receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Arcola has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arcola is $26,667, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arcola is $53,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Arcola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Arcola has a population of 160 with a density of 727 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (93.8%), with 6.3% White.

Population

160
Total Population
727
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.6%
Female 64.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Arcola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Arcola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arcola is $26,667, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Arcola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,667
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,506
Avg Weekly Wage$836
IRS Avg AGI$47,849

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,190
County GDP$1,776M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare153
Retail182
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,952
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Arcola is $53,000, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,000
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.1%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,952
16% below US avg
Effective Rate5.57%
In Arcola, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 15.3% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure45.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.1%
Cancer4.8%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.6%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression15.3%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep43.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Checkup Rate82.8%
Dental Visits8.7%
Premature Death20,282/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access73.4%
Healthcare Facilities153
Arcola has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density727/sq mi
Coordinates33.2705°N, 90.8800°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 67%

Winner: Democrat by 35 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+69.7%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density727/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities153
Restaurants85
Retail Stores182

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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