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Sidon, MS

Mississippi

Sidon is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 133. Residents earn $15,000 per year, which is 80% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
133 Population 1,108/sq mi density
$15,000 Median Income $22,282 per capita
$80,000 Home Value $81,341 Zillow
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$15,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$80,000 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $15,000
80% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.8%
100% higher than US avg

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

People

Population133
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density1,108/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$15,000
Per Capita$22,282
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.8%
County GDP$1,453M
Commute75 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$80,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$81,341
Housing Units127
Rent Burden32.3%

Health

Obesity41.8%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking16.5%
Depression15.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation127 ft (39 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+66.1%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute75 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries2

Is Sidon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sidon receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Sidon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sidon is $15,000, 80% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sidon is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x 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%. 66.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sidon 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 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sidon has a population of 133 with a density of 1,108 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (93.2%), with 6.8% White.

Population

133
Total Population
1,108
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sidon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sidon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sidon is $15,000, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes.

Income: Sidon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$15,000
80% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,282
Avg Weekly Wage$838
IRS Avg AGI$52,123

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.8%
100% 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 Rate4.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time75.1 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sidon is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $81,341.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$81,341

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%
Housing Units127
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,451
1% below US avg
Effective Rate4.31%
In Sidon, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 15.7% report depression. 35.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sidon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes17.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure47.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.8%
Cancer4.5%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity35.3%
Depression15.7%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep42.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,253
Dentists1:2,044
Mental Health1:186
Checkup Rate84.3%
Dental Visits7.8%
Premature Death21,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities77
Sidon 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 51.8 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 Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
36% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation127 ft (39 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,108/sq mi
Coordinates33.4079°N, 90.2081°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+66.1%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score4.42
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,108/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute75.1 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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