Median Income
$26,250
65% lower than US avg
Home Value
$61,300
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
58.7%
83% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
33.3%
169% higher than US avg
How Mosses Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population865
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density182/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
C
Median Income$26,250
Per Capita$10,444
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$538M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$61,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity58.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease9.4%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Elevation182 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+65.9%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 31% / D 68%
Commute30 min
Libraries3
Is Mosses a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mosses receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mosses has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mosses is $26,250, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mosses is $61,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Mosses enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Mosses has a population of 865 with a density of 182 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (98.4%).
Population
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Mosses is $26,250, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,250 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $10,444 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,283 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,280 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 33.3% |
| 169% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 207 |
| County GDP | $538M |
Business (County)
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,414 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.31% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Mosses is $61,300, 78% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $61,300 |
| 78% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,414 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.31% |
In Mosses, 58.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 50.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mosses vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 58.7% |
| 83% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 25.8% |
| Heart Disease | 9.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 58.1% |
| Asthma | 13.4% |
| COPD | 13.8% |
| Stroke | 7.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 9.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 50.3% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 24.0% |
| Physical Distress | 21.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 82.5% |
| Premature Death | 19,891/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 0.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
Crime Rates: Mosses vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Mosses has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.5 inches |
| 41% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 182 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 182/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1888°N, 86.6794°W |
| County FIPS | 01085 |