Vardaman, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Calhoun County County
Vardaman, MS
At a Glance
How Vardaman Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vardaman's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vardaman a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vardaman residents earn a median household income of $36,000 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,043. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 270 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vardaman is $55,000 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,964. Median rent is $569/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Vardaman reports 288 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 288/100K.
Education
7.1% of adults in Vardaman hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 65.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vardaman has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches.