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Morgan City, MS

Mississippi

Morgan City is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 172. Residents earn $18,833 per year, which is 75% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
172 Population 292/sq mi density
$18,833 Median Income $11,987 per capita
$102,500 Home Value
$917 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$18,833 median income, 4.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$102,500 home value, $917/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $18,833
75% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,500
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.4%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.0%
223% higher than US avg

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

People

Population172
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$18,833
Per Capita$11,987
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty40.0%
County GDP$1,453M
Commute17 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$102,500
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units94
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity47.4%
Uninsured16.0%
Smoking24.4%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation113 ft (34 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+66.0%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute17 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries2

Is Morgan City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morgan City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Morgan City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morgan City is $18,833, 75% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 40.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morgan City is $102,500, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Morgan City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Morgan City has a population of 172 with a density of 292 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (84.9%), with 15.1% White.

Population

172
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Morgan City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Morgan City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morgan City is $18,833, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 40.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Morgan City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$18,833
75% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,987
Avg Weekly Wage$838
IRS Avg AGI$52,123

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate40.0%
223% above US avg
Establishments (County)820
County GDP$1,453M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare77
Retail143
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,451
1% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Drive Alone64.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Morgan City is $102,500, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,500
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.2%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,451
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Morgan City, 47.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.0% of residents lack health insurance. 24.4% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 45.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Morgan City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.4%
48% above US avg
Diabetes21.7%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure52.2%
Asthma12.3%
COPD11.4%
Cancer4.9%
Stroke6.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.4%
74% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.1%
Physical Inactivity45.4%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress18.6%
Short Sleep45.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%
Uninsured16.0%
86% above US avg
Checkup Rate83.8%
Dental Visits4.3%
Premature Death21,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities77
Morgan City has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.3 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.3 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation113 ft (34 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates33.3787°N, 90.3462°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 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 38.5-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%
D 68.7%

Winner: Democrat by 38.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+66.0%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score4.42
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities77
Restaurants72
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Drive Alone64.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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