The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Attala county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 80.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 44.2℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 67% and the area covered by water is 0.27%. The overall influence score for Attala is 6.
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Attala County is located in east-central Mississippi, and has a population of 19,564 according to the 2010 census. It is a rural county, with the majority of its population living in small towns and unincorporated communities. The median household income is $31,719 and the poverty rate is 28.9%. The racial makeup of the county is 66.4% White, 30.8% Black, 0.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 1.6% from other races, and 0.4% from two or more races.
The living conditions in Attala County are generally poor, with a lack of access to quality healthcare, education, and employment opportunities. The unemployment rate is high, and many people struggle to make ends meet. The area has seen a decrease in population over the last few decades as people have moved away in search of better opportunities elsewhere.
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