Home Value $60,600

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 49.5%

54% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.2%

39% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 63.9%

415% higher than US avg

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

People

Population184

Median Age32.5 yrs

Density391/mi²

Male / Female58% / 42%

Largest GroupWhite 32%

Veterans1.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$12,138

Unemployment2.2%

Poverty63.9%

County GDP$1,091M

Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$60,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units80

Rent Burden32.6%

Health

Obesity49.5%

Uninsured19.6%

Smoking23.0%

Depression18.4%

Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain60.4 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+53.7%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%

Commute34 min

Broadband63.0%

Libraries2

Is Eden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eden receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Eden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 63.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eden is $60,600, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Eden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Eden has a population of 184 with a density of 391 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (41.8%), with 31.5% White, 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

184

Total Population

391

People / sq mi

32.5yrs

Median Age

16% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%

Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Eden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.6%
	15% above US avg
Spanish	9.4%
	30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eden is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 63.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Eden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$12,138
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,015
IRS Avg AGI	$46,731

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.2%
	39% below US avg
Poverty Rate	63.9%
	415% above US avg
Establishments (County)	456
County GDP	$1,091M

Business (County)

Restaurants	32
Healthcare	42
Retail	80
Manufacturing	13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,489
	29% below US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.0 min
Drive Alone	79.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Eden is $60,600, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$60,600
	79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	32.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	65.1%
Housing Units	80
Median Year Built	1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,489
	29% below US avg
Effective Rate	4.11%

In Eden, 49.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% of residents lack health insurance. 23.0% are current smokers. 18.4% report depression. 42.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	49.5%
	54% above US avg
Diabetes	17.7%
Heart Disease	7.8%
High Blood Pressure	47.8%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	9.7%
Cancer	5.4%
Stroke	5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.0%
	64% above US avg
Binge Drinking	12.8%
Physical Inactivity	42.6%
Depression	18.4%
Mental Distress	19.7%
Physical Distress	17.0%
Short Sleep	41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	69.2%
Uninsured	19.6%
	128% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,396
Dentists	1:3,707
Mental Health	1:469
Checkup Rate	79.5%
Dental Visits	6.4%
Premature Death	14,590/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.6/10
Exercise Access	65.5%
Healthcare Facilities	42

Eden has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.4 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	67.6°F
	25% above US avg
January Average	49°F (9°C)
July Average	85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	60.4 inches
	59% above US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	112 ft (34 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density	391/sq mi
Coordinates	32.9837°N, 90.3240°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Yazoo County County
County FIPS	28163

Eden is located in Yazoo County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.4-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.8%

D 48.4%

Winner: Republican by 2.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	53.7%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.42

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	391/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi
County	Yazoo County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	63.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	42
Restaurants	32
Retail Stores	80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.0 min
Drive Alone	79.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Eden, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Eden a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Eden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Eden vs U.S. Average

Income: Eden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities