Duncan, MS

Mississippi

Duncan is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 357. Residents earn $46,219 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
357 Population 388/sq mi density
$46,219 Median Income $26,741 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$46,219 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,219
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.8%
61% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.9%
117% higher than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density388/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 31%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,219
Per Capita$26,741
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty26.9%
County GDP$859M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity51.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease9.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Elevation158 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+79.5%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute20 min
Broadband91.4%
Libraries1

Is Duncan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duncan receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Duncan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Duncan is $46,219, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Duncan is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Duncan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Duncan has a population of 357 with a density of 388 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (66.4%), with 31.1% White.

Population

357
Total Population
388
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Duncan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Duncan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duncan is $46,219, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Duncan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,219
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,741
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$45,568

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.9%
117% above US avg
Establishments (County)583
County GDP$859M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare76
Retail92
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate33.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Duncan is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg

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-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Rate33.33%
In Duncan, 51.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 50.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.8%
61% above US avg
Diabetes22.4%
Heart Disease9.8%
High Blood Pressure53.4%
Asthma12.1%
COPD13.2%
Stroke7.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity50.0%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress20.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.1%
Checkup Rate82.5%
Premature Death22,826/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities76

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Duncan has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation158 ft (48 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density388/sq mi
Coordinates34.0418°N, 90.7459°W
County FIPS28027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 39.8-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.6%
D 69.4%

Winner: Democrat by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+79.5%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density388/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants50
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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