Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.9%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
51.5%
315% higher than US avg
How Vinegar Bend Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population198
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 40%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,118
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty51.5%
County GDP$1,301M
Commute72 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity47.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation209 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+65.7%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute72 min
Broadband53.4%
Libraries3
Is Vinegar Bend a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Vinegar Bend receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Vinegar Bend offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 51.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 72 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Vinegar Bend enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Vinegar Bend has a population of 198 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (60.1%), with 39.9% White.
Population
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Vinegar Bend vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Vinegar Bend vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Vinegar Bend is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 51.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 72 minutes.
Income: Vinegar Bend vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $24,118 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,670 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,279 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 51.5% |
| 315% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 318 |
| County GDP | $1,301M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,305 |
| 63% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 72.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,305 |
| 63% below US avg |
In Vinegar Bend, 47.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Vinegar Bend vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.9% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 49.5% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 4.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 81.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,864/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 10.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Crime Rates: Vinegar Bend vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Vinegar Bend has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 209 ft (64 m) |
| Area | 9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.2591°N, 88.3673°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 01129 |