Duck Hill, MS

Mississippi

Duck Hill is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 784. Residents earn $45,250 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
784 Population 761/sq mi density
$45,250 Median Income $24,004 per capita
$103,600 Home Value $141,886 Zillow
$817 Median Rent 21.6% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$45,250 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,600 home value, $817/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

784
Total Population
761
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Duck Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)236
County GDP$273M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare21
Retail46
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 Burden21.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.68%
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

Obesity44.9%
40% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure45.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.2%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.2%
Physical Inactivity35.9%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Checkup Rate82.3%
Premature Death17,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities21

Crime Rates: Duck Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation268 ft (82 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density761/sq mi
Coordinates33.6316°N, 89.7154°W
County FIPS28097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+79.6%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density761/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants21
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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