Mississippi
Derma is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 855. Residents earn $52,879 per year, which is 30% below the national average.
Based on current data, Derma receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Derma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Derma is $52,879, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Derma is $78,900, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $721 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Derma enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $52,879 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,510 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $745 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $44,188 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.1% |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 270 |
| County GDP | $378M |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 64 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,175 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.76% |
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
| Census Median | $78,900 |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $85,337 |
| Census Median Rent | $721 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.1% |
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,175 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.76% |
| Obesity | 45.6% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 47.9% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.4% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.5% |
| Premature Death | 15,132/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 15.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.9 inches |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 483/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8589°N, 89.2878°W |
| County FIPS | 28013 |
Winner: Republican by 48 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.0% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 69.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 483/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.8 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 71.2% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Retail Stores | 64 |
| Avg Commute | 29.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |