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Glendora, MS

Mississippi

Glendora is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 116. Residents earn $13,194 per year, which is 82% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
116 Population 829/sq mi density
$13,194 Median Income $6,027 per capita
$55,000 Home Value
$728 Median Rent 48.3% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$13,194 median income, 52.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$55,000 home value, $728/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $13,194
82% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $728
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 53.6%
67% higher than US avg
Unemployment 52.3%
1353% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 85.7%
591% higher than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density829/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans84.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$13,194
Per Capita$6,027
Unemployment52.3%
Poverty85.7%
County GDP$447M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$55,000
Rent$728
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units53
Rent Burden48.3%

Health

Obesity53.6%
Uninsured18.1%
Smoking26.9%
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease8.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.7 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+40.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute33 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries2

Is Glendora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glendora receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Glendora has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glendora is $13,194, 82% below the national average of $75,149. At 52.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 85.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glendora is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $728 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Glendora enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Glendora has a population of 116 with a density of 829 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

116
Total Population
829
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.9%
Female 68.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Glendora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Glendora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glendora is $13,194, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 52.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 85.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Glendora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$13,194
82% below US avg
Per Capita Income$6,027
Avg Weekly Wage$887
IRS Avg AGI$42,742

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment52.3%
1353% above US avg
Poverty Rate85.7%
591% above US avg
Establishments (County)220
County GDP$447M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare17
Retail32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,436
30% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone55.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glendora is $55,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $728 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$728
37% below US avg
Rent Burden48.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied22.2%
Housing Units53
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,436
30% below US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In Glendora, 53.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% of residents lack health insurance. 26.9% are current smokers. 19.4% report depression. 51.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity53.6%
67% above US avg
Diabetes23.4%
Heart Disease8.9%
High Blood Pressure55.8%
Asthma12.9%
COPD12.0%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke7.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.9%
92% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.9%
Physical Inactivity51.3%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress19.6%
Short Sleep50.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.5%
Uninsured18.1%
110% above US avg
Checkup Rate83.9%
Dental Visits3.6%
Premature Death13,696/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.1/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities17
Glendora has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.7 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.7 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density829/sq mi
Coordinates33.8276°N, 90.2927°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52.5%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+40.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density829/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants8
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone55.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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