The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Tallahatchie county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 82.9℉ and the average temperature in January is 43.1℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 59% and the area covered by water is 1.25%. The overall influence score for Tallahatchie is 9.
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Tallahatchie County is located in the heart of the Mississippi Delta region and is one of the poorest counties in the United States. The population of Tallahatchie County is 24,738, with an average household size of 2.76 people. The population is predominantly African American (79.3%), with White (19.3%) and Other (1.4%) making up the remainder.
The median household income in Tallahatchie County is $27,741, well below the state average of $45,904. The poverty rate in Tallahatchie County is 37.2%, compared to the national average of 11.8%. Over 40% of children in Tallahatchie County live in poverty.
The living conditions in Tallahatchie County are poor, with many families living in overcrowded or dilapidated housing. Poor access to healthcare, a lack of educational resources, and limited job opportunities are also major challenges facing its residents.
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