French Camp, MS

Mississippi

French Camp is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 235. Residents earn $95,417 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
235 Population 240/sq mi density
$95,417 Median Income $25,826 per capita
$343,800 Home Value $156,994 Zillow
$738 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$343,800 home value, $738/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,417
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $343,800
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.5%
59% higher than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density240/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,417
Per Capita$25,826
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$834M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$343,800
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,994
Rent Burden17.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Elevation419 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.5%
High School+89.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute14 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries2

Is French Camp a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, French Camp receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. French Camp stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in French Camp is $95,417, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in French Camp is $343,800, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

French Camp is a highly educated community — 53.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

French Camp 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. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

French Camp has a population of 235 with a density of 240 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.6%), with 20% Black.

Population

235
Total Population
240
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

French Camp vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

French Camp vs U.S. Average

The median household income in French Camp is $95,417, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: French Camp vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,417
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,826
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$49,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)160
County GDP$834M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare12
Retail22
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,840
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in French Camp is $343,800, 22% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,994.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$343,800
22% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,994

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,840
47% below US avg
Effective Rate0.54%
In French Camp, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: French Camp vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death11,827/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access11.6%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

French Camp 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation419 ft (128 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density240/sq mi
Coordinates33.2923°N, 89.3993°W
County FIPS28019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 53.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.5%
59% above US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score4.42
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density240/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants8
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

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