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Coahoma, MS

Mississippi

Coahoma is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 205. Residents earn $24,297 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
205 Population 1,025/sq mi density
$24,297 Median Income $15,623 per capita
$60,700 Home Value
$419 Median Rent 33.1% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$24,297 median income, 11.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,700 home value, $419/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,297
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,700
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $419
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.6%
61% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.9%
231% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.8%
156% higher than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density1,025/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

F
Median Income$24,297
Per Capita$15,623
Unemployment11.9%
Poverty31.8%
County GDP$859M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,700
Rent$419
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units121
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity51.6%
Uninsured16.1%
Smoking24.5%
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+69.2%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score3.24

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute28 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries1

Is Coahoma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coahoma receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Coahoma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coahoma is $24,297, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coahoma is $60,700, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $419 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.2% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.2/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Coahoma enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coahoma has a population of 205 with a density of 1,025 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (99%).

Population

205
Total Population
1,025
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Coahoma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coahoma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coahoma is $24,297, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Coahoma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,297
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,623
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$45,568

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.9%
231% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.8%
156% above US avg
Establishments (County)583
County GDP$859M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare76
Retail92
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Coahoma is $60,700, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $419 (64% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,700
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$419
64% below US avg
Rent Burden33.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$730
1 Bedroom$748
2 Bedrooms$842
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.2%
Housing Units121
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Rate5.49%
In Coahoma, 51.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.1% of residents lack health insurance. 24.5% are current smokers. 18.4% report depression. 47.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.6%
61% above US avg
Diabetes23.2%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure55.0%
Asthma12.8%
COPD11.0%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke7.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.5%
75% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.9%
Physical Inactivity47.3%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress18.5%
Short Sleep50.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.5%
Uninsured16.1%
87% above US avg
Checkup Rate85.0%
Dental Visits4.4%
Premature Death22,826/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities76
Coahoma has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,025/sq mi
Coordinates34.3663°N, 90.5220°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 39.8-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.6%
D 69.4%

Winner: Democrat by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+69.2%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score3.24
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,025/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants50
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

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