The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Walthall county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 81.0℉ and the average temperature in January is 50.0℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 67% and the area covered by water is 0.15%. The overall influence score for Walthall is 9.
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Walthall County is located in the southeastern part of Mississippi, near the Louisiana border. As of 2019, the county had a population of 15,000 people. The majority of the population (69%) is African American, while 28% are white and 2% are of other races. The median household income is $29,000 and the poverty rate is 33%.
The living conditions in Walthall County are fairly poor. Over half of the housing units are considered to be substandard and more than a third of them lack basic amenities such as running water and electricity. The majority of the population lives in rural areas and relies on farming for their livelihoods. Unemployment is high and educational attainment levels are low. There are limited job opportunities and access to healthcare services is limited.
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