Home Value $44,800

84% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.2%

85% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.0%

25% higher than US avg

Unemployment 7.2%

100% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 22.9%

85% higher than US avg

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

People

Population271

Median Age49.2 yrs

Density95/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 66%

Veterans8.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$28,675

Unemployment7.2%

Poverty22.9%

County GDP$4,841M

Commute68 min

Housing

Home Value$44,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$148,290

Housing Units296

Rent Burden31.9%

Health

Obesity40.0%

Uninsured9.9%

Smoking14.5%

Depression16.8%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain54.8 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation306 ft (93 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.2%

High School+97.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute68 min

Broadband85.1%

Libraries1

Is Lauderdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lauderdale receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Lauderdale faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 68 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lauderdale is $44,800, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lauderdale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lauderdale has a population of 271 with a density of 95 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.4%), with 33.6% Black.

Population

271

Total Population

People / sq mi

49.2yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

2.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%

Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lauderdale 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

Lauderdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lauderdale is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 68 minutes.

Income: Lauderdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$28,675
Avg Weekly Wage	$907
IRS Avg AGI	$67,725

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.2%
	100% above US avg
Poverty Rate	22.9%
	85% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,889
County GDP	$4,841M

Business (County)

Restaurants	185
Healthcare	217
Retail	356
Manufacturing	54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,033
	15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	9.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	67.7 min
Drive Alone	94.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lauderdale is $44,800, 84% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,290.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$44,800
	84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$148,290

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$781
1 Bedroom	$812
2 Bedrooms	$906
3 Bedrooms	$1,204
4 Bedrooms	$1,265

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	77.6%
Housing Units	296
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,033
	15% above US avg
Effective Rate	9.00%

In Lauderdale, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 16.8% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.0%
	25% above US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	40.7%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	5.7%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.5%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.5%
Physical Inactivity	29.0%
Depression	16.8%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	12.0%
Short Sleep	41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	74.3%
Uninsured	9.9%
	15% above US avg
Checkup Rate	81.1%
Dental Visits	12.3%
Premature Death	14,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.3/10
Exercise Access	58.4%
Healthcare Facilities	217

Lauderdale has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	65.9°F
	22% above US avg
January Average	48°F (9°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	54.8 inches
	44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	99.6%
Unhealthy Days	0

Geography

Elevation	306 ft (93 m)
Area	2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density	95/sq mi
Coordinates	32.5104°N, 88.5264°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28075

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.2-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%

D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.2%
	85% below US avg
High School+	97.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.42

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	95/sq mi
Total Area	2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.1%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	217
Restaurants	185
Retail Stores	356

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	67.7 min
Drive Alone	94.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.4%

Lauderdale, MS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lauderdale a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lauderdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lauderdale vs U.S. Average

Income: Lauderdale 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: Lauderdale 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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