Median Income
$15,156
80% lower than US avg
Home Value
$54,800
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
51.3%
60% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
47.5%
283% higher than US avg
How Epes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population361
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans2.9%
Economy
C
Median Income$15,156
Per Capita$15,670
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty47.5%
County GDP$451M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$54,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity51.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation121 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+89.9%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 29% / D 70%
Commute22 min
Broadband59.5%
Libraries2
Is Epes a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Epes receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Epes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Epes is $15,156, 80% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 47.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Epes is $54,800, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Epes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Epes has a population of 361 with a density of 55 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (99.7%).
Population
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Epes is $15,156, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 47.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $15,156 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,670 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $910 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $43,209 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 47.5% |
| 283% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 294 |
| County GDP | $451M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,054 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Epes is $54,800, 81% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $54,800 |
| 81% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,054 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.92% |
In Epes, 51.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Epes vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 51.3% |
| 60% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 18.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 50.2% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 10.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.1% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 84.3% |
| Premature Death | 15,670/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Epes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Epes has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6950°N, 88.1420°W |
| County FIPS | 01119 |