The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Sharkey county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 81.9℉ and the average temperature in January is 46.0℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 69% and the area covered by water is 1.65%. The overall influence score for Sharkey is 9.
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Sharkey County, Mississippi is located in the Mississippi Delta region and is one of the poorest counties in the state. The population of Sharkey County is 5,839, and the population is mostly African-American (83.2%) with a smaller percentage of White (14.2%) and other races (2.6%). The median household income for Sharkey County is $22,902, which is significantly lower than the state median of $44,758. Over half of the county's population (53.7%) lives below the poverty line.
The living conditions in Sharkey County are poor, with an unemployment rate of 11.3% compared to the state average of 6.3%. The majority of residents do not have access to high-speed internet and cell phone service is spotty at best. There are limited educational opportunities available in Sharkey County, with only one public high school and no colleges or universities. Access to healthcare is also limited due to the lack of medical facilities and doctors in the area.
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