Median Income
$27,333
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$559
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
50.3%
57% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
29.3%
136% higher than US avg
How Mounds Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population855
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density707/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans12.5%
Economy
C
Median Income$27,333
Per Capita$14,064
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty29.3%
County GDP$223M
Commute34 min
Housing
A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$559
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$67,507
Rent Burden28.2%
Health
Obesity50.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation331 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+68.8%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute34 min
Broadband63.3%
Libraries1
Is Mounds a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mounds receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mounds offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mounds is $27,333, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 29.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $559 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Mounds enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Mounds has a population of 855 with a density of 707 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (92.5%), with 4.7% White.
Population
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Mounds is $27,333, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,333 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $14,064 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $872 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,047 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 29.3% |
| 136% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 105 |
| County GDP | $223M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,800 |
| 20% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |
Monthly rent averages $559 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $67,507.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $559 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,800 |
| 20% below US avg |
In Mounds, 50.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mounds vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 50.3% |
| 57% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.9% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.6% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,463/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Mounds vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Mounds has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.1°F |
| 8% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 707/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1162°N, 89.2029°W |
| County FIPS | 17153 |