Bachelor's+
6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.4%
40% lower than US avg
How Sorrel Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population695
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density328/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,939
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$3,528M
Commute30 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity44.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain65.3 in/yr
Elevation10 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+85.3%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute30 min
Libraries8
Is Sorrel a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sorrel receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sorrel faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Education
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Sorrel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Sorrel has a population of 695 with a density of 328 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.8%), with 44.9% Black.
Population
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Sorrel is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $26,939 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,191 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,157 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,436 |
| County GDP | $3,528M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 96 |
| Healthcare | 106 |
| Retail | 175 |
| Manufacturing | 66 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,530 |
| 28% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,530 |
| 28% below US avg |
In Sorrel, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sorrel vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.5% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.2% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.8% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 81.4% |
| Premature Death | 13,601/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
Crime Rates: Sorrel vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Sorrel has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
53°F Jan (12°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above US avg |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 65.3 inches |
| 72% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 328/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.8884°N, 91.6266°W |
| County FIPS | 22101 |