The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Lauderdale county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 81.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 46.9℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 65% and the area covered by water is 1.65%. The overall influence score for Lauderdale is 7.
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Lauderdale County, Mississippi is located along the Mississippi River in the northeast corner of the state. It has a population of approximately 81,000 people, with a median age of 36.9 years. The racial makeup of Lauderdale County is 63.7% African American, 34.1% White, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 1.5% from other races.
The median household income in Lauderdale County is $37,972, and the poverty rate is 22.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.2%, slightly higher than the national average of 5.8%.
Housing in Lauderdale County is largely affordable. The median home value is $87,400, significantly lower than the national average of $184,700. Most residents (67%) live in single-family detached homes and 17% live in mobile homes or other types of housing units.
The cost of living in Lauderdale County is below the national average, and healthcare costs are especially low compared to other parts of the state. The county has a good public school system and access to quality healthcare facilities and services.
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