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Shuqualak, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Kemper County County
Shuqualak, MS
At a Glance
How Shuqualak Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shuqualak's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shuqualak a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shuqualak residents earn a median household income of $14,875 , which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,930. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 42.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 135 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shuqualak is $71,400 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $107,988. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Shuqualak reports 218 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 483/100K.
Education
11.0% of adults in Shuqualak hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 72.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shuqualak has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.