Humphreys County, Mississippi is a small county located in the Mississippi Delta region. It is home to just over 9,000 people and has a total area of 551 square miles. The county has a poverty rate of 37.4%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 11.8%. The median household income is $27,919, which is well below the national average of $61,937.
The population of Humphreys County is largely African American, making up 84.9% of the population. The remaining 15.1% of the population is made up of White, Hispanic, and other races. The median age of the population is 34.2 years, which is slightly lower than the national average of 37.7 years.
Education in Humphreys County is below the national average. The county has a high school graduation rate of 68.5%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 88.4%. The county also has a lower-than-average college enrollment rate of 19.3%, compared to the national average of 44.5%.
The real estate market in Humphreys County is relatively affordable. The median home value is $77,400, which is much lower than the national average of $231,200. The median rent is also lower than the national average at $722 per month, compared to $1,062. The median property taxes are also lower than the national average at $764 per year, compared to $2,279.
Overall, Humphreys County is a small county with a poverty rate significantly higher than the national average. The population is largely African American and the median age is slightly lower than the national average. The county also has lower-than-average educational attainment and affordable real estate.