Home Value $56,300

80% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.6%

80% lower than US avg

Median Rent $700

40% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 53.0%

65% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 31.0%

150% higher than US avg

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

People

Population171

Median Age34.2 yrs

Density438/mi²

Male / Female39% / 61%

Largest GroupWhite 0%

Veterans5.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$11,944

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty31.0%

County GDP$119M

Commute36 min

Housing

Home Value$56,300

Rent$700

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units70

Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity53.0%

Uninsured16.5%

Smoking23.5%

Depression17.4%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain56.7 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation166 ft (51 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.6%

High School+56.6%

Graduate+2.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 64%

Commute36 min

Broadband69.0%

Libraries1

Is Falcon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Falcon receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Falcon faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 31.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Falcon is $56,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Falcon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Falcon has a population of 171 with a density of 438 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

171

Total Population

438

People / sq mi

34.2yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%

Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Falcon 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

Falcon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Falcon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Falcon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$11,944
Avg Weekly Wage	$683
IRS Avg AGI	$36,476

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	31.0%
	150% above US avg
Establishments (County)	144
County GDP	$119M

Business (County)

Restaurants	3
Healthcare	15
Retail	21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,263
	35% below US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	35.5 min
Drive Alone	96.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Falcon is $56,300, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$56,300
	80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$700
	40% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	66.7%
Housing Units	70
Median Year Built	1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,263
	35% below US avg
Effective Rate	4.02%

In Falcon, 53.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.5% of residents lack health insurance. 23.5% are current smokers. 17.4% report depression. 45.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	53.0%
	65% above US avg
Diabetes	20.2%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	51.0%
Asthma	12.1%
COPD	9.7%
Cancer	3.7%
Stroke	5.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.5%
	68% above US avg
Binge Drinking	9.3%
Physical Inactivity	45.3%
Depression	17.4%
Mental Distress	20.7%
Physical Distress	17.0%
Short Sleep	47.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	83.8%
Uninsured	16.5%
	92% above US avg
Dentists	1:5,701
Mental Health	1:2,773
Checkup Rate	80.6%
Dental Visits	3.7%
Premature Death	18,894/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	0.4/10
Exercise Access	36.0%
Healthcare Facilities	15

Falcon has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	62.5°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	56.7 inches
	49% above US avg
Snowfall	0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	166 ft (51 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	438/sq mi
Coordinates	34.3911°N, 90.2556°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28119

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.8-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.7%

D 64.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.6%
	80% below US avg
High School+	56.6%
Graduate Degree+	2.0%
School Test Score	4.42

D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	438/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	69.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	15
Restaurants	3
Retail Stores	21

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	35.5 min
Drive Alone	96.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Falcon, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Falcon a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Falcon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Falcon vs U.S. Average

Income: Falcon 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: Falcon 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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