Iuka, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Tishomingo County County
Iuka, MS
At a Glance
How Iuka Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Iuka's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Iuka a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Iuka residents earn a median household income of $45,805 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,470. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 481 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Iuka is $122,200 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $201,956. Median rent is $559/month, with 29.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Iuka reports 164 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,080/100K.
Education
16.7% of adults in Iuka hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 82.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Iuka has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.3 inches.