Mississippi
Mound Bayou is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 1,526. Residents earn $23,194 per year, which is 69% below the national average.
Based on current data, Mound Bayou receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mound Bayou offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Mound Bayou is $23,194, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 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 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Mound Bayou is $63,100, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $532 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Mound Bayou enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $23,194 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,190 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,801 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 40.0% |
| 223% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 841 |
| County GDP | $1,386M |
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Healthcare | 83 |
| Retail | 140 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,290 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.21% |
| Commute Time | 18.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.9% |
| Census Median | $63,100 |
| 78% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $532 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| Owner-Occupied | 33.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,290 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.21% |
| Obesity | 50.6% |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 20.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 52.5% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 5.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 10.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 43.0% |
| Depression | 17.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 85.2% |
| Premature Death | 19,769/100K |
| Food Environment | 3.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 83 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.0 inches |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,734/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8807°N, 90.7279°W |
| County FIPS | 28011 |
Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.5% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,734/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 83 |
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Retail Stores | 140 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 18.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.9% |