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Metcalfe, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Chicot County County
Metcalfe, MS
At a Glance
How Metcalfe Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Metcalfe's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Metcalfe a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Metcalfe residents earn a median household income of $33,194 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,734. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 350 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Metcalfe is $79,500 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $48,875. Median rent is $358/month, with 36.5% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Metcalfe reports 295 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,148/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Metcalfe hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 76.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Metcalfe has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.