Median Income $36,389

52% lower than US avg

Home Value $76,200

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.9%

80% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.1%

31% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.8%

50% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 40.0%

223% higher than US avg

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

People

Population217

Median Age31.8 yrs

Density374/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 83%

Veterans10.8%

Economy

C+

Median Income$36,389

Per Capita$23,615

Unemployment1.8%

Poverty40.0%

County GDP$641M

Commute16 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$76,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$103,051

Housing Units146

Rent Burden30.4%

Health

Obesity42.1%

Uninsured12.1%

Smoking19.3%

Depression21.3%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain57.5 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation437 ft (133 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.9%

High School+80.2%

Graduate+0.6%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%

Commute16 min

Broadband80.0%

Libraries1

Is Ethel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ethel receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, below-average incomes. Ethel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ethel is $36,389, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 40.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ethel is $76,200, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ethel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ethel has a population of 217 with a density of 374 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 13.8% Black.

Population

217

Total Population

374

People / sq mi

31.8yrs

Median Age

18% below US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%

Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ethel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ethel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ethel is $36,389, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Ethel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$36,389
	52% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,615
Avg Weekly Wage	$826
IRS Avg AGI	$52,406

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.8%
	50% below US avg
Poverty Rate	40.0%
	223% above US avg
Establishments (County)	413
County GDP	$641M

Business (County)

Restaurants	35
Healthcare	33
Retail	65
Manufacturing	9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,656
	24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.5 min
Drive Alone	79.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ethel is $76,200, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $103,051.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$76,200
	73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$103,051

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	70.0%
Housing Units	146
Median Year Built	1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,656
	24% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.49%

In Ethel, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.1%
	31% above US avg
Diabetes	13.5%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	41.9%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	6.4%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.3%
	38% above US avg
Binge Drinking	13.9%
Physical Inactivity	35.4%
Depression	21.3%
Mental Distress	19.7%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.6%
Uninsured	12.1%
	41% above US avg
Checkup Rate	80.0%
Dental Visits	6.6%
Premature Death	13,490/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.7/10
Exercise Access	32.4%
Healthcare Facilities	33

Ethel has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	63.5°F
	18% above US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	57.5 inches
	51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	437 ft (133 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density	374/sq mi
Coordinates	33.1221°N, 89.4650°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28007

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.3-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%

D 38%

Winner: Republican by 23.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.9%
	80% below US avg
High School+	80.2%
Graduate Degree+	0.6%
School Test Score	4.42

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	374/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	33
Restaurants	35
Retail Stores	65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.5 min
Drive Alone	79.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Ethel, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ethel a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ethel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ethel vs U.S. Average

Income: Ethel 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: Ethel 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

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