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Coahoma, MS
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Coahoma, MS
At a Glance
How Coahoma Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Coahoma's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Coahoma a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Coahoma residents earn a median household income of $24,297 , which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,623. The unemployment rate stands at 11.9% (231% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 583 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Coahoma is $60,700 , 78% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $52,144. Median rent is $419/month, with 33.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1993.
Safety & Crime
Coahoma reports 362 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,170/100K.
Education
23.3% of adults in Coahoma hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 69.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Coahoma has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.