Median Income $19,500

74% lower than US avg

Home Value $107,700

62% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.6%

77% lower than US avg

Median Rent $393

66% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.4%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 40.8%

229% higher than US avg

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

People

Population378

Median Age36.9 yrs

Density402/mi²

Male / Female40% / 60%

Largest GroupWhite 5%

Veterans1.1%

Economy

Median Income$19,500

Per Capita$17,271

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty40.8%

County GDP$3,920M

Commute22 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$107,700

Rent$393

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units218

Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity40.4%

Uninsured10.5%

Smoking13.1%

Depression16.5%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain58.0 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation238 ft (73 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.6%

High School+79.8%

Graduate+5.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%

Commute22 min

Broadband75.0%

Libraries4

Is Artesia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Artesia receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Artesia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Artesia is $19,500, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 40.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Artesia is $107,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $393 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Artesia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°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 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Artesia has a population of 378 with a density of 402 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (93.1%), with 4.5% White.

Population

378

Total Population

402

People / sq mi

36.9yrs

Median Age

5% below US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%

Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Artesia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Artesia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Artesia is $19,500, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Artesia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$19,500
	74% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$17,271
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,089
IRS Avg AGI	$58,513

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	40.8%
	229% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,558
County GDP	$3,920M

Business (County)

Restaurants	132
Healthcare	166
Retail	275
Manufacturing	51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,868
	18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.1 min
Drive Alone	82.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Artesia is $107,700, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $393 (66% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$107,700
	62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$393
	66% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	58.3%
Housing Units	218
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,868
	18% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.66%

In Artesia, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 16.5% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.4%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	14.6%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	44.1%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	5.4%
Cancer	5.0%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.1%
	6% below US avg
Binge Drinking	11.4%
Physical Inactivity	32.0%
Depression	16.5%
Mental Distress	16.6%
Physical Distress	12.0%
Short Sleep	44.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.6%
Uninsured	10.5%
	22% above US avg
Checkup Rate	83.8%
Dental Visits	9.3%
Premature Death	13,170/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.3/10
Exercise Access	47.2%
Healthcare Facilities	166

Artesia has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	63.6°F
	18% above US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	58.0 inches
	53% above US avg
Snowfall	0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	238 ft (73 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density	402/sq mi
Coordinates	33.4167°N, 88.6423°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28087

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.2-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.6%

D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 8.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.6%
	77% below US avg
High School+	79.8%
Graduate Degree+	5.0%
School Test Score	4.42

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	402/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	75.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	166
Restaurants	132
Retail Stores	275

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.1 min
Drive Alone	82.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.4%

Artesia, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Artesia a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Artesia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Artesia vs U.S. Average

Income: Artesia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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