Mississippi
De Kalb is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 921. Residents earn $29,978 per year, which is 60% below the national average.
Based on current data, De Kalb receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. De Kalb offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in De Kalb is $29,978, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in De Kalb is $72,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
De Kalb enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $29,978 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,230 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $827 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $39,866 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.9% |
| 85% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 135 |
| County GDP | $359M |
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,183 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.62% |
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
| Census Median | $72,900 |
| 74% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $733 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 32.7% |
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,183 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.62% |
| Obesity | 49.0% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 49.0% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 9.3% |
| Stroke | 5.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 41.1% |
| Depression | 18.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,438/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.8 inches |
| 44% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 403 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 277/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7731°N, 88.6561°W |
| County FIPS | 28069 |
Winner: Democrat by 16.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.8% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 277/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 69.3% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Retail Stores | 16 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 27.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |