Home Value $27,500

90% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 53.0%

65% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 26.6%

115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population139

Median Age28.0 yrs

Density51/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 4%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$15,024

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty26.6%

County GDP$119M

Commute38 min

Housing

Home Value$27,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units109

Rent Burden28.5%

Health

Obesity53.0%

Uninsured16.0%

Smoking24.5%

Depression19.7%

Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain56.7 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+61.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 64%

Commute38 min

Broadband90.0%

Libraries1

Is Darling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Darling receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Darling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Darling is $27,500, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Darling enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Darling has a population of 139 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (95.7%), with 4.3% White.

Population

139

Total Population

People / sq mi

28.0yrs

Median Age

28% below US avg

2.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%

Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Darling 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

Darling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Darling is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Darling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$15,024
Avg Weekly Wage	$683
IRS Avg AGI	$36,476

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	26.6%
	115% above US avg
Establishments (County)	144
County GDP	$119M

Business (County)

Restaurants	3
Healthcare	15
Retail	21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,263
	35% below US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	8.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	38.3 min
Drive Alone	87.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Darling is $27,500, 90% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$27,500
	90% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	50.0%
Housing Units	109
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,263
	35% below US avg
Effective Rate	8.23%

In Darling, 53.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.0% of residents lack health insurance. 24.5% are current smokers. 19.7% report depression. 46.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	53.0%
	65% above US avg
Diabetes	20.5%
Heart Disease	7.8%
High Blood Pressure	51.9%
Asthma	12.7%
COPD	11.2%
Cancer	5.2%
Stroke	6.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	24.5%
	75% above US avg
Binge Drinking	9.6%
Physical Inactivity	46.5%
Depression	19.7%
Mental Distress	21.8%
Physical Distress	18.3%
Short Sleep	46.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	54.8%
Uninsured	16.0%
	86% above US avg
Dentists	1:5,701
Mental Health	1:2,773
Checkup Rate	83.6%
Dental Visits	5.3%
Premature Death	18,894/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	0.4/10
Exercise Access	36.0%
Healthcare Facilities	15

Darling has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 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) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	62.5°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	56.7 inches
	49% above US avg
Snowfall	0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	167 ft (51 m)
Area	2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density	51/sq mi
Coordinates	34.3591°N, 90.2754°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28119

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.8-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.7%

D 64.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	61.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.42

B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	51/sq mi
Total Area	2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	15
Restaurants	3
Retail Stores	21

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	38.3 min
Drive Alone	87.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.7%

Darling, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Darling a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Darling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Darling vs U.S. Average

Income: Darling 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: Darling 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

Nearby Cities