Dumas, MS

Mississippi

Dumas is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 358. Residents earn $57,000 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
358 Population 92/sq mi density
$57,000 Median Income $29,809 per capita
$101,300 Home Value $154,462 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$57,000 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,300 home value, $675/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,000
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,300
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population358
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,000
Per Capita$29,809
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$899M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,300
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,462
Housing Units160
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking16.9%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation592 ft (180 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute32 min
Broadband80.7%
Libraries4

Is Dumas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dumas receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dumas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dumas is $57,000, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dumas is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dumas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dumas has a population of 358 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).

Population

358
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dumas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dumas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dumas is $57,000, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Dumas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,000
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,809
Avg Weekly Wage$833
IRS Avg AGI$54,687

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$899M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare30
Retail75
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,626
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dumas is $101,300, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,462.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,300
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,462

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.6%
Housing Units160
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,626
25% below US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
In Dumas, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma9.3%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.8%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits11.3%
Premature Death13,004/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access45.0%
Healthcare Facilities30
Dumas has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.6 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation592 ft (180 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates34.6380°N, 88.8431°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.1-point margin. 80.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.2%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 67.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants34
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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