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Arkabutla, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Arkabutla is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 202. Residents earn $123,875 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
202 Population 50/sq mi density
$123,875 Median Income $47,857 per capita
$122,800 Home Value
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$123,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,800 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,875
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $122,800
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population202
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans16.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,875
Per Capita$47,857
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$731M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units121
Rent Burden29.6%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking19.2%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation283 ft (86 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute39 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries2

Is Arkabutla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arkabutla receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Arkabutla stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arkabutla is $123,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Arkabutla among higher-income communities. 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 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arkabutla is $122,800, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Arkabutla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Arkabutla has a population of 202 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.2%), with 21.8% Hispanic.

Population

202
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Arkabutla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Arkabutla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arkabutla is $123,875, which is 65% 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 39 minutes.

Income: Arkabutla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,875
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,857
Avg Weekly Wage$802
IRS Avg AGI$40,687

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)270
County GDP$731M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare16
Retail46
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,730
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Arkabutla is $122,800, 56% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,800
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.1%
Housing Units121
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,730
22% below US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Arkabutla, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma9.6%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits8.0%
Premature Death21,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities16
Arkabutla has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.5 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation283 ft (86 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates34.7002°N, 90.1216°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28143
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.9-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30%
D 68.9%

Winner: Democrat by 38.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants33
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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