The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Choctaw county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 80.1℉ and the average temperature in January is 44.4℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 67% and the area covered by water is 0.17%. The overall influence score for Choctaw is 9.
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Choctaw County is located in the eastern region of Mississippi and is a rural area with a population of 8,547 people according to the 2010 census. The median income for households in Choctaw County is $25,735, which is below the state median of $37,095. The median age of the population is 41.2 years and there are more females than males.
The majority of the population (63%) is White, followed by African American (33%), Native American (2%), Hispanic (1%), and other (1%). The majority of the population lives in rural areas (88%) and about 12% live in urban areas.
The poverty rate in Choctaw County is 28% and the unemployment rate is 6%. The majority of the housing units are owner-occupied (77%) and there are a few renters (23%). Most households have no access to high-speed internet or broadband services (77%).
Overall, living conditions in Choctaw County are relatively poor compared to the rest of Mississippi. Many residents struggle with low incomes, high poverty rates, and lack of access to modern amenities.
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