The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Tunica county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 81.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 41.6℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 59% and the area covered by water is 5.4%. The overall influence score for Tunica is 4.
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Tunica County, Mississippi is located in the northwestern corner of the state, and has a population of 10,778 according to the 2019 US Census. The median household income is $27,966 and over a third of the population lives below the poverty line. The racial makeup of Tunica County is 59.3% African American, 37.7% White, and 2.6% Other.
Living conditions in Tunica County are generally poor. The unemployment rate is high at 8.6%, and many people lack access to basic necessities like clean water and adequate healthcare. In addition, nearly half of the residents are without health insurance. The area's infrastructure is also lacking, with many roads and bridges in need of repair.
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