Median Income
$39,958
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$178,500
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$621
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.4%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.5%
23% lower than US avg
How Tunica Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population961
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density1,456/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Economy
B+
Median Income$39,958
Per Capita$35,210
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$731M
Commute28 min
Housing
A
Home Value$178,500
Rent$621
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,430
Rent Burden22.8%
Health
Obesity46.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease8.2%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Elevation194 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+87.8%
School Score3.68
Community
2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute28 min
Libraries2
Is Tunica a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tunica receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tunica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tunica is $39,958, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Tunica is $178,500, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $621 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.7/10, below typical benchmarks.
Climate & Weather
Tunica enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Tunica has a population of 961 with a density of 1,456 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.5%), with 47.7% Black.
Population
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
The median household income in Tunica is $39,958, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,958 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,210 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $802 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $40,687 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 270 |
| County GDP | $731M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,730 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
The median home value in Tunica is $178,500, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $621 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,430.
Home Values
| Census Median | $178,500 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $147,430 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $621 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $986 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,073 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,186 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,422 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,730 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.53% |
In Tunica, 46.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 42.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tunica vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.4% |
| 45% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.0% |
| Heart Disease | 8.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 11.6% |
| Stroke | 5.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 42.4% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 18.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.4% |
| Premature Death | 21,013/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Crime Rates: Tunica vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Tunica has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.5 inches |
| 49% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 194 ft (59 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,456/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6881°N, 90.3809°W |
| County FIPS | 28143 |