Eudora, MS

Mississippi · Metropolitan Area

Eudora is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 605. Residents earn $76,689 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
605 Population 154/sq mi density
$76,689 Median Income $29,665 per capita
$242,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$76,689 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$242,600 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,689
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $242,600
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population605
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density154/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,689
Per Capita$29,665
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$731M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Elevation304 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+67.4%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute24 min
Broadband95.2%
Libraries2

Is Eudora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eudora receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Eudora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eudora is $76,689, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eudora is $242,600, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Eudora enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Eudora has a population of 605 with a density of 154 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 7.8% Black.

Population

605
Total Population
154
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Eudora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eudora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eudora is $76,689, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Eudora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,689
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,665
Avg Weekly Wage$802
IRS Avg AGI$40,687

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)270
County GDP$731M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare16
Retail46
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,730
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Eudora is $242,600, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,600
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$171
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied95.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,730
22% below US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Eudora, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death21,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Eudora has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.5 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation304 ft (93 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density154/sq mi
Coordinates34.8310°N, 90.1488°W
County FIPS28143
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.9-point margin. 95.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30%
D 68.9%

Winner: Democrat by 38.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+67.4%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density154/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants33
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

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