The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Holmes county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 81.8℉ and the average temperature in January is 44.9℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 67% and the area covered by water is 1.07%. The overall influence score for Holmes is 6.
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Holmes County, Mississippi is located in the heart of the Mississippi Delta region. It has a population of 19,541, with a median age of 34.5 years. The county is majority African American (65.7%), with a smaller white population (31.8%) and a very small Hispanic population (1.3%). The poverty rate in Holmes County is 31.3%, which is higher than the state average of 21.5%. The median household income is $24,739, which is lower than the state median of $43,529.
The living conditions in Holmes County are rural and sparsely populated. There are few resources available for residents, including limited access to healthcare and education. Many people lack basic necessities such as food, clean water, and sanitation services. There are few job opportunities in the area and unemployment is high. The infrastructure of the county is also poor, with inadequate roads and limited public transportation options.
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