The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Calhoun county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 80.4℉ and the average temperature in January is 43.0℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 59% and the area covered by water is 0.24%. The overall influence score for Calhoun is 9.
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Calhoun County is located in the northeast corner of Mississippi and has a population of 14,962. The county is predominantly rural, with the majority of its population living in small towns and unincorporated communities. The median household income for Calhoun County is $36,084, which is lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 28.7%, which is higher than the state average of 22.3%.
The majority of households in Calhoun County are headed by single parents, with a large percentage being female-led households. The unemployment rate in the county is 8.9%, which is higher than the state average of 6.2%.
The housing stock in Calhoun County is predominantly older and in need of repair. Many residents live in substandard housing or mobile homes, and there are few affordable housing options available to them. Access to public transportation is limited and most households do not have access to reliable internet services.
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