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Eagle Bend, MS

Mississippi

Eagle Bend is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 368. Residents earn $45,038 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
368 Population 220/sq mi density
$45,038 Median Income $28,725 per capita
$67,100 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$45,038 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,100 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,038
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,100
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population368
Median Age67.1 yrs
Density220/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,038
Per Capita$28,725
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$23M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units384
Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity43.7%
Uninsured13.4%
Smoking23.4%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+83.4%
Graduate+8.7%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 46%
Commute24 min
Broadband78.6%

Is Eagle Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eagle Bend 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 a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Eagle Bend offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eagle Bend is $45,038, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eagle Bend is $67,100, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Eagle Bend enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°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 58.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Eagle Bend has a population of 368 with a density of 220 people per square mile. The median age is 67.1 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

368
Total Population
220
People / sq mi
67.1yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Eagle Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eagle Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eagle Bend is $45,038, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Eagle Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,038
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,725
Avg Weekly Wage$671
IRS Avg AGI$43,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)38
County GDP$23M

Business (County)

Healthcare3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone25.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Eagle Bend is $67,100, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,100
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$150
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.1%
Housing Units384
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

In Eagle Bend, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.4% of residents lack health insurance. 23.4% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 35.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eagle Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD10.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.4%
67% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity35.5%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured13.4%
56% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits7.5%
Premature Death7,592/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access8.1%
Healthcare Facilities3
Eagle Bend has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.8 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.8 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density220/sq mi
Coordinates32.5275°N, 91.0247°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.5-point margin. 78.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.6%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 1.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+83.4%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density220/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.6%
Healthcare Facilities3

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone25.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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