Doddsville, MS

Mississippi

Doddsville is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 219. Residents earn $31,458 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
219 Population 284/sq mi density
$31,458 Median Income $8,196 per capita
$92,800 Home Value $118,142 Zillow
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$31,458 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,800 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,458
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,800
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.2%
60% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 75.0%
505% higher than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age30.1 yrs
Density284/mi²
Male / Female74% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,458
Per Capita$8,196
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty75.0%
County GDP$863M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$118,142
Housing Units22

Health

Obesity51.2%
Uninsured16.7%
Smoking22.8%
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation126 ft (38 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+17.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 67%
Commute19 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries5

Is Doddsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Doddsville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Doddsville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Doddsville is $31,458, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 75.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Doddsville is $92,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 17.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Doddsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Doddsville has a population of 219 with a density of 284 people per square mile. The median age is 30.1 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (98.2%), with 1.8% White.

Population

219
Total Population
284
People / sq mi
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.4%
Female 25.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Doddsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Doddsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Doddsville is $31,458, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 75.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Doddsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,458
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$8,196
Avg Weekly Wage$789
IRS Avg AGI$43,965

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate75.0%
505% above US avg
Establishments (County)535
County GDP$863M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare55
Retail83
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,577
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Doddsville is $92,800, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,142.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$118,142

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.7%
Housing Units22
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,577
26% below US avg
Effective Rate2.78%
In Doddsville, 51.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% of residents lack health insurance. 22.8% are current smokers. 17.7% report depression. 44.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.2%
60% above US avg
Diabetes19.5%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure51.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD10.3%
Cancer4.8%
Stroke6.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.8%
63% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.7%
Physical Inactivity44.6%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress17.4%
Short Sleep44.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Uninsured16.7%
94% above US avg
Checkup Rate83.6%
Dental Visits5.7%
Premature Death18,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities55
Doddsville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.3 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.3 inches
56% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation126 ft (38 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density284/sq mi
Coordinates33.6599°N, 90.5214°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.5-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 67.5%

Winner: Democrat by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+17.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density284/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants37
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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