The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Chickasaw county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 80.1℉ and the average temperature in January is 43.2℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 65% and the area covered by water is 0.54%. The overall influence score for Chickasaw is 8.
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Chickasaw County, Mississippi is located in the northeastern part of the state. As of the 2010 census, the population was 17,392. The racial makeup of the county was 79.7% White, 18.3% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 0.8% from two or more races.
The median household income in Chickasaw County is $37,384, which is lower than the national average of $53,482. The poverty rate is slightly higher than the national average at 21.6%.
The cost of living in Chickasaw County is 7.9% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live for many families. Housing in Chickasaw County is relatively inexpensive compared to other parts of Mississippi, with a median home value of $83,100.
Chickasaw County has a high school graduation rate of 76%, slightly lower than the state average of 82%. The unemployment rate in the county stands at 8.3%, higher than the national average of 3.7%.
Overall, Chickasaw County is a rural area with a stable population and low cost of living. Although the poverty rate and unemployment rate are higher than the national averages, it is still an affordable place to live for many families.
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