Median Income
$45,250
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$103,600
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.9%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.9%
4% lower than US avg
How Duck Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population784
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density761/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 28%
Veterans6.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$45,250
Per Capita$24,004
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$273M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$103,600
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,886
Rent Burden21.6%
Health
Obesity44.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Elevation268 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+79.6%
School Score4.42
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute29 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries3
Is Duck Hill a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Duck Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Duck Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Duck Hill is $45,250, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Duck Hill is $103,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Duck Hill 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 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Duck Hill has a population of 784 with a density of 761 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (71.7%), with 27.9% White.
Population
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Duck Hill vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Duck Hill vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Duck Hill is $45,250, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Duck Hill vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,250 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,004 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $802 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,912 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 236 |
| County GDP | $273M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,778 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.1% |
The median home value in Duck Hill is $103,600, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,886.
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,600 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $141,886 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $817 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,778 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.68% |
In Duck Hill, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Duck Hill vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.9% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.5% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.9% |
| Depression | 17.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 82.3% |
| Premature Death | 17,472/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Duck Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Duck Hill has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 61.5 inches |
| 62% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 268 ft (82 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 761/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6316°N, 89.7154°W |
| County FIPS | 28097 |