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Issaquena County Overview

$13,539
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,688
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$17,900
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
9.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
90.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,413
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,206
TOTAL POPULATION
773
MALE POPULATION
433
FEMALE POPULATION
178.52
MALES / 100 FEMALES
56.02
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.1
MEDIAN AGE
4.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
206
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
18.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Issaquena County Area Codes

Income in Issaquena County

Income Overview in Issaquena County

Per Capita Income in Issaquena County is $13,539, while median incomes of families and households are $63,688 and $17,900 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,206$13,539
Median Family Income131$63,688
Mean Family Income131$65,718
Median Household Income392$17,900
Mean Household Income392$36,134
Income Deficit131$11,413
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,2069.91%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,20690.09¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,2060.49

Earnings by Sex in Issaquena County

Average Earnings in Issaquena County are $21,632, $20,833 for men and $23,125 for women, a difference of 9.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Issaquena County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male194 (66.7%)$20,833
Female97 (33.3%)$23,125
Total291 (100.0%)$21,632

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Issaquena County

The most common earnings brackets in Issaquena County are $17,500 to $19,999 for men (28 | 14.4%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (15 | 15.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Issaquena County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2 (1.0%)6 (6.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9994 (2.1%)8 (8.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4996 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99919 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)13 (13.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9995 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49926 (13.4%)5 (5.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99928 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49921 (10.8%)15 (15.5%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)6 (6.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)12 (12.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99925 (12.9%)14 (14.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99917 (8.8%)1 (1.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9991 (0.5%)3 (3.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99913 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9992 (1.0%)14 (14.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99914 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99910 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+1 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total194 (100.0%)97 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Issaquena County

Average earnings in Issaquena County are $21,488 for men and $23,125 for women, a difference of 7.1%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $47,708, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $19,432. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $27,813, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $27,813.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Issaquena County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$19,432$0
High School Diploma$19,853$0
College or Associate's Degree$47,708$27,813
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$21,488$23,125

Family Income in Issaquena County

Family Income Brackets in Issaquena County

According to the Issaquena County family income data, there are 69 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 52.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Issaquena County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00043.1%
$10,000 to $14,999118.4%
$15,000 to $24,999118.4%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,9996952.7%
$75,000 to $99,99986.1%
$100,000 to $149,9992720.6%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+10.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Issaquena County

2-person families (67 | 51.1%) account for the highest median family income in Issaquena County with $61,250 per family, while 2-person families (67 | 51.1%) have the highest median income of $30,625 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Issaquena County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families67 (51.1%)$61,250
3-Person Families14 (10.7%)$0
4-Person Families15 (11.5%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families8 (6.1%)$0
7+ Person Families27 (20.6%)$0
Total131 (100.0%)$63,688

Family Income by Number of Earners in Issaquena County

Family Income by Number of Earners in Issaquena County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners46 (35.1%)$0
1 Earner38 (29.0%)$87,500
2 Earners39 (29.8%)$64,375
3+ Earners8 (6.1%)$0
Total131 (100.0%)$63,688

Household Income in Issaquena County

Household Income Brackets in Issaquena County

With 99 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Issaquena County, accounting for 25.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Issaquena County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000379.4%
$10,000 to $14,9999524.2%
$15,000 to $24,9999524.2%
$25,000 to $34,999287.1%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,9999925.3%
$75,000 to $99,99982.0%
$100,000 to $149,999276.9%
$150,000 to $199,99920.5%
$200,000+10.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Issaquena County

The median household income in Issaquena County is $17,900, with the highest median household income of $29,625 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 127 households (32.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Issaquena County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years75 (19.1%)$0
45 to 64 Years127 (32.4%)$29,625
65+ Years190 (48.5%)$17,269
Total392 (100.0%)$17,900

Poverty in Issaquena County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Issaquena County

With 28.1% poverty level for males and 13.4% for females among the residents of Issaquena County, 25 to 34 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 16 males (94.1%) and 15 females (35.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Issaquena County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)1 (16.7%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years16 (94.1%)24 (28.9%)
35 to 44 Years11 (8.9%)15 (35.7%)
45 to 54 Years15 (26.3%)6 (10.3%)
55 to 64 Years23 (43.4%)10 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (36.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (27.7%)2 (4.5%)
Total118 (28.1%)58 (13.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Issaquena County

According to the poverty statistics in Issaquena County, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Issaquena County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8 (57.1%)8 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years5 (38.5%)34 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)5 (83.3%)
16 and 17 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years6 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years1 (5.9%)59 (71.1%)
35 to 44 Years112 (91.1%)27 (64.3%)
45 to 54 Years42 (73.7%)52 (89.7%)
55 to 64 Years30 (56.6%)40 (80.0%)
65 to 74 Years37 (63.8%)72 (100.0%)
75 Years and over47 (72.3%)42 (95.5%)
Total302 (71.9%)375 (86.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Issaquena County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Issaquena County show that 16.9% or 15 of the total 89 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 26.1%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Issaquena County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children49 (84.5%)9 (15.5%)
1 or 2 Children17 (73.9%)6 (26.1%)
3 or 4 Children8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total74 (83.2%)15 (16.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Issaquena County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Issaquena County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Issaquena County

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Issaquena County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children9 (15.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children6 (26.1%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)

Race in Issaquena County

The most populous races in Issaquena County are Black / African American (849 | 70.4%), White / Caucasian (332 | 27.5%), and Two or more Races (13 | 1.1%).
Race in Issaquena County
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American84970.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino121.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian33227.5%
Two or more Races131.1%
Some other Race121.0%
Total1,206100.0%

Ancestry in Issaquena County

The most populous ancestries reported in Issaquena County are American (76 | 6.3%), English (36 | 3.0%), German (27 | 2.2%), Irish (17 | 1.4%), and Scotch-Irish (14 | 1.2%), together accounting for 14.1% of all Issaquena County residents.
Ancestry in Issaquena County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American766.3%
English363.0%
German272.2%
Irish171.4%
Polish60.5%
Puerto Rican121.0%
Scotch-Irish141.2%
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Immigrants in Issaquena County

Immigrants in Issaquena County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Issaquena County

Sex and Age in Issaquena County

The most populous age groups in Issaquena County are 40 to 44 Years (118 | 15.3%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (58 | 13.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Issaquena County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (1.8%)8 (1.8%)
5 to 9 Years8 (1.0%)33 (7.6%)
10 to 14 Years5 (0.6%)26 (6.0%)
15 to 19 Years32 (4.1%)17 (3.9%)
20 to 24 Years17 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years98 (12.7%)25 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years55 (7.1%)58 (13.4%)
35 to 39 Years100 (12.9%)21 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Years118 (15.3%)21 (4.9%)
45 to 49 Years17 (2.2%)24 (5.5%)
50 to 54 Years92 (11.9%)34 (7.9%)
55 to 59 Years34 (4.4%)38 (8.8%)
60 to 64 Years46 (5.9%)12 (2.8%)
65 to 69 Years38 (4.9%)35 (8.1%)
70 to 74 Years34 (4.4%)37 (8.6%)
75 to 79 Years40 (5.2%)4 (0.9%)
80 to 84 Years12 (1.5%)33 (7.6%)
85 Years and over13 (1.7%)7 (1.6%)
Total773 (100.0%)433 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Issaquena County

Median Family Size in Issaquena County

The median family size in Issaquena County is 4.44 persons per family, with single female/mother families (38 | 29.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 7.61 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (4 | 3.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.00 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Issaquena County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple89 (67.9%)3.19
Single Male/Father4 (3.0%)2.00
Single Female/Mother38 (29.0%)7.61
Total Families131 (100.0%)4.44

Median Household Size in Issaquena County

Median Household Size in Issaquena County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple89 (22.7%)3.19
Single Male/Father4 (1.0%)2.00
Single Female/Mother38 (9.7%)7.76
Non-family261 (66.6%)-
Total Households392 (100.0%)2.16

Household Size by Marriage Status in Issaquena County

Out of a total of 392 households in Issaquena County, 131 (33.4%) are family households, while 261 (66.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 60, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 261.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Issaquena County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-261 (66.6%)
2-Person Households60 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households21 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households15 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households8 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households27 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total131 (33.4%)261 (66.6%)

Female Fertility in Issaquena County

Fertility by Age in Issaquena County

Average fertility rate in Issaquena County is 86.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 96.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 50.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Issaquena County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years8 (50.0%)96.0
35 to 50 years8 (50.0%)92.0
Total16 (100.0%)86.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Issaquena County

50.0% of women with births (16) in Issaquena County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Issaquena County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (50.0%)8 (50.0%)

Fertility by Education in Issaquena County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Issaquena County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma8 (50.0%)471.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (50.0%)113.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total16 (100.0%)86.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Issaquena County

50.0% of women with births in Issaquena County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Issaquena County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (50.0%)8 (50.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Issaquena County

Employment by Class of Employer in Issaquena County

Among the 174 employed individuals in Issaquena County, private company employees (145 | 83.3%), state government employees (11 | 6.3%), and local government employees (8 | 4.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Issaquena County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees14583.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)10.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations74.0%
Local Government Employees84.6%
State Government Employees116.3%
Federal Government Employees21.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total174100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Issaquena County

According to the labor force statistics for Issaquena County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,106), 18.6% or 206 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.1% or 25 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 60 to 64 years, with 34.5% or 20 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 60.0% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Issaquena County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years6 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years25 (20.3%)15 (60.0%)
30 to 34 Years30 (26.5%)10 (33.3%)
35 to 44 Years67 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years31 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years16 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years20 (34.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total206 (18.6%)25 (12.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Issaquena County

According to labor force statistics for Issaquena County, 23.8% of individuals (189) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (793) are in the labor force, with 13.2% or 25 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 45.4% or 69 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 23.4% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Issaquena County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School32 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma64 (21.5%)70 (23.4%)
College / Associate Degree69 (45.4%)22 (14.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher24 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total189 (23.8%)105 (13.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Issaquena County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Issaquena County are Community & Social Service (28 | 15.5%), Education Instruction & Library (28 | 15.5%), Management (7 | 3.9%), and Business & Financial (6 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Issaquena County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Issaquena County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (17.1%)34 (82.9%)
Total (Overall)104 (57.5%)77 (42.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Issaquena County are Healthcare Support (12 | 6.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (10 | 5.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (6 | 3.3%), Security & Protection (3 | 1.7%), and Law Enforcement (3 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Issaquena County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Issaquena County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Issaquena County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Security & Protection3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (41.9%)18 (58.1%)
Total (Overall)104 (57.5%)77 (42.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Issaquena County are , and Office & Administration (35 | 19.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Issaquena County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Issaquena County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration10 (28.6%)25 (71.4%)
Total (Category)10 (28.6%)25 (71.4%)
Total (Overall)104 (57.5%)77 (42.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Issaquena County are Construction & Extraction (28 | 15.5%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 12.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (4 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Issaquena County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Issaquena County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)104 (57.5%)77 (42.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Issaquena County are Production (11 | 6.1%), Material Moving (6 | 3.3%), and Transportation (2 | 1.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Issaquena County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Issaquena County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)104 (57.5%)77 (42.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Issaquena County

Employment Industries in Issaquena County

The major employment industries in Issaquena County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (46 | 25.4%), Educational Services (38 | 21.0%), Construction (30 | 16.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (29 | 16.0%), and Manufacturing (10 | 5.5%).
Employment Industries in Issaquena County

Employment Industries by Sex in Issaquena County

The Issaquena County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), Educational Services (89.5%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (10.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Issaquena County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting41 (89.1%)5 (10.9%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services4 (10.5%)34 (89.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (57.5%)77 (42.5%)

Education in Issaquena County

School Enrollment in Issaquena County

The most common levels of schooling among the 129 students in Issaquena County are elementary school (34 | 26.4%), middle school (31 | 24.0%), and high school (31 | 24.0%).
School Enrollment in Issaquena County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool64.6%
Kindergarten75.4%
Elementary School3426.4%
Middle School3124.0%
High School3124.0%
College / Undergraduate2015.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total129100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Issaquena County

Out of a total of 129 students who are enrolled in schools in Issaquena County, 47 (36.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 82 (63.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 14 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 6 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Issaquena County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old34 (82.9%)7 (17.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds10 (32.3%)21 (67.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds15 (75.0%)5 (25.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total82 (63.6%)47 (36.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Issaquena County

Education (23 | 42.6%), business (17 | 31.5%), social sciences (8 | 14.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (5 | 9.3%), and science & technology (1 | 1.8%) are the most common fields of study among 54 individuals in Issaquena County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Issaquena County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural59.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences814.8%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology11.8%
Business1731.5%
Education2342.6%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total54100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Issaquena County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Issaquena County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Issaquena County are males with 2 vehicles (65, accounting for 63.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (35, making up 91.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Issaquena County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle18 (17.5%)23 (32.4%)
2 Vehicles65 (63.1%)35 (49.3%)
3 Vehicles11 (10.7%)5 (7.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles9 (8.7%)8 (11.3%)
Total103 (100.0%)71 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Issaquena County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Issaquena County are 10 to 14 minutes (32 commuters, 18.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (29 commuters, 16.8%), and 20 to 24 minutes (24 commuters, 13.9%).
Commute Time in Issaquena County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes126.9%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes3218.5%
15 to 19 Minutes2916.8%
20 to 24 Minutes2413.9%
25 to 29 Minutes1911.0%
30 to 34 Minutes2313.3%
35 to 39 Minutes105.8%
40 to 44 Minutes126.9%
45 to 59 Minutes21.2%
60 to 89 Minutes105.8%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Issaquena County

The most common commute times in Issaquena County are 10 to 14 minutes (32 commuters, 31.1%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (23 commuters, 32.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Issaquena County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes7 (6.8%)5 (7.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes32 (31.1%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes8 (7.8%)21 (30.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes21 (20.4%)3 (4.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes13 (12.6%)6 (8.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)23 (32.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes10 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (17.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes2 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes10 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Issaquena County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Issaquena County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (28, 27.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (34, 48.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Issaquena County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)3 (4.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM22 (21.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM10 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM28 (27.2%)12 (17.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM23 (22.3%)8 (11.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM9 (8.7%)34 (48.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM11 (10.7%)13 (18.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total103 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Issaquena County

Occupancy by Ownership in Issaquena County

Of the total 392 dwellings in Issaquena County, owner-occupied units account for 199 (50.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 193 (49.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Issaquena County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units19950.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units19349.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units392100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Issaquena County

Occupancy by Household Size in Issaquena County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household26166.6%
2-Person Household6015.3%
3-Person Household215.4%
4+ Person Household5012.8%
Total Housing Units392100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Issaquena County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Issaquena County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household134 (51.3%)127 (48.7%)
2-Person Household34 (56.7%)26 (43.3%)
3-Person Household6 (28.6%)15 (71.4%)
4+ Person Household25 (50.0%)25 (50.0%)
Total Housing Units199 (50.8%)193 (49.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Issaquena County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Issaquena County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School43 (40.2%)64 (59.8%)
High School Diploma74 (48.7%)78 (51.3%)
College/Associate Degree59 (57.8%)43 (42.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher23 (74.2%)8 (25.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Issaquena County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Issaquena County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years246.1%
35 to 44 Years5113.0%
45 to 54 Years6215.8%
55 to 64 Years6516.6%
65 to 74 Years9624.5%
75 to 84 Years7418.9%
85 Years and Over205.1%
Total392100.0%

Housing Finances in Issaquena County

Median Income by Occupancy in Issaquena County

Median Income by Occupancy in Issaquena County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied199 (50.8%)$0
Renter-Occupied193 (49.2%)$16,484
Average392 (100.0%)$17,900

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Issaquena County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Issaquena County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00022 (11.1%)11 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)4 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $14,99923 (11.6%)72 (37.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99950 (25.1%)35 (18.1%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)10 (5.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (6.5%)15 (7.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99980 (40.2%)19 (9.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9998 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)27 (14.0%)
$150,000 or more3 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total199 (100.0%)193 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Issaquena County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Issaquena County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30030 (15.1%)60 (31.1%)
$300 to $49955 (27.6%)10 (5.2%)
$500 to $79983 (41.7%)33 (17.1%)
$800 to $99915 (7.5%)13 (6.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49910 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9995 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more1 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total199 (100.0%)193 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Issaquena County

Housing Structures in Issaquena County

Housing Structures in Issaquena County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached22356.9%
Single Unit, Attached82.0%
2 Unit Apartments61.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments225.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments4611.7%
10 or more Apartments133.3%
Mobile Home / Other7418.9%
Total392100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Issaquena County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Issaquena County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached148 (66.4%)75 (33.6%)
Single Unit, Attached8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other43 (58.1%)31 (41.9%)
Total199 (50.8%)193 (49.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Issaquena County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Issaquena County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)10 (5.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (4.0%)73 (37.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms39 (19.6%)58 (30.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms136 (68.3%)48 (24.9%)
8 or more Rooms16 (8.0%)4 (2.1%)
Total199 (100.0%)193 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Issaquena County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Issaquena County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3 (1.5%)14 (7.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas99 (49.7%)72 (37.3%)
Electricity97 (48.7%)107 (55.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total199 (100.0%)193 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Issaquena County

Household Vehicle Usage in Issaquena County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (6.5%)55 (28.5%)
1 Vehicle47 (23.6%)62 (32.1%)
2 Vehicles62 (31.2%)68 (35.2%)
3 or more Vehicles77 (38.7%)8 (4.2%)
Total199 (100.0%)193 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Issaquena County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Issaquena County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units17524
Median Property Value$88,300$129,500
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$504$1
Real Estate Taxes$400$8

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Issaquena County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Issaquena County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00046 (26.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99956 (32.0%)2 (8.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99973 (41.7%)21 (87.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)1 (4.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total175 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Issaquena County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Issaquena County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00014 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99973 (41.7%)8 (33.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99969 (39.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9994 (2.3%)11 (45.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)4 (16.7%)
$150,000 or more2 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total175 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Issaquena County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Issaquena County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x72 (41.1%)70,313 (292,970.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x44 (25.1%)11 (45.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x15 (8.6%)5 (20.8%)
4.0x or more30 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total175 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Issaquena County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Issaquena County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80073 (41.7%)8 (33.3%)
$800 to $1,49921 (12.0%)5 (20.8%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)10 (41.7%)
Total175 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Issaquena County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Issaquena County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Issaquena County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years89 (92.7%)7 (7.3%)
19 to 25 Years30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years18 (23.7%)58 (76.3%)
35 to 44 Years132 (80.0%)33 (20.0%)
45 to 54 Years108 (93.9%)7 (6.1%)
55 to 64 Years99 (96.1%)4 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total744 (87.2%)109 (12.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Issaquena County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Issaquena County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen89 (92.7%)7 (7.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Issaquena County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Issaquena County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000246 (91.8%)22 (8.2%)
$25,000 to $49,99940 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999276 (97.5%)7 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99924 (77.4%)7 (22.6%)
$100,000 and over156 (69.0%)70 (31.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Issaquena County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Issaquena County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 629 (100.0%)23 (79.3%)
6 to 18 Years71 (74.0%)26 (27.1%)
19 to 25 Years24 (80.0%)15 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years6 (7.9%)12 (15.8%)
35 to 44 Years75 (45.5%)65 (39.4%)
45 to 54 Years63 (54.8%)45 (39.1%)
55 to 64 Years67 (65.0%)36 (34.9%)
65 to 74 Years130 (100.0%)67 (51.5%)
75 Years and over109 (100.0%)20 (18.3%)
Total574 (67.3%)309 (36.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Issaquena County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Issaquena County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (15.4%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)19 (20.2%)
35 to 64 Years142 (60.9%)26 (17.3%)
65 to 74 Years21 (36.2%)8 (11.1%)
75 Years and over60 (92.3%)36 (81.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Issaquena County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Issaquena County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (11.7%)
35 to 64 Years32 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (6.9%)
75 Years and over56 (86.2%)9 (20.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Issaquena County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (11.7%)
35 to 64 Years39 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.8%)
75 Years and over39 (60.0%)31 (70.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Issaquena County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (15.4%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (11.7%)
35 to 64 Years104 (44.6%)17 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years12 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (20.0%)6 (13.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Issaquena County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)8 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years75 (32.2%)13 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years21 (36.2%)3 (4.2%)
75 Years and over5 (7.7%)6 (13.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Issaquena County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years39 (16.7%)13 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (7.7%)7 (15.9%)

Technology Access in Issaquena County

Computing Device Access in Issaquena County

Computing Device Access in Issaquena County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop14436.7%
Smartphone22356.9%
Tablet10025.5%
No Computing Device15238.8%
Total392100.0%

Internet Access in Issaquena County

Internet Access in Issaquena County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home4511.5%
Cellular Data Only5213.3%
Satellite Internet4611.7%
No Internet25164.0%
Total392100.0%

Issaquena County Summary

Issaquena County, Mississippi is located in the Mississippi Delta region of the state, and is bordered by the Mississippi River to the west, Sharkey County to the north, Washington County to the east, and Warren County to the south. The county seat is Mayersville, and the county has a total area of 441 square miles, of which 437 square miles is land and 4 square miles is water. As of the 2010 census, the population of Issaquena County was 1,406, making it the least populous county in Mississippi.

History

Issaquena County was established in 1844, and was named for the Choctaw word for “deer”. The county was originally part of Washington County, and was created to provide better access to the Mississippi River for the residents of the area. The county was largely agricultural, and the main crops were cotton, corn, and soybeans.
During the Civil War, the county was the site of several battles, including the Battle of Fort Pemberton in 1863. After the war, the county’s economy was largely based on cotton production, and the population grew steadily until the Great Depression. During the Great Depression, the population declined significantly, and the county’s economy was further weakened by the boll weevil infestation of the 1930s.
In the 1950s, the economy of the county began to diversify, and the population began to grow again. The county’s economy is still largely based on agriculture, but it has also become a popular destination for hunting and fishing.

Geography

Issaquena County is located in the Mississippi Delta region of the state, and is bordered by the Mississippi River to the west, Sharkey County to the north, Washington County to the east, and Warren County to the south. The county has a total area of 441 square miles, of which 437 square miles is land and 4 square miles is water. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Yazoo River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The county is home to several state parks, including Panther Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, which is located in the northern part of the county. The refuge is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and waterfowl. The county is also home to several other wildlife management areas, including the Issaquena Wildlife Management Area, which is located in the southern part of the county.

Economy

The economy of Issaquena County is largely based on agriculture. The main crops grown in the county are cotton, corn, soybeans, and rice. The county is also home to several timber companies, which harvest timber from the county’s forests.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture manufacturer and a paper mill. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Issaquena County was 1,406, making it the least populous county in Mississippi. The population is spread out, with 48.3% of the population under the age of 18, and 51.7% of the population over the age of 18. The median age of the population is 37.7 years.
The racial makeup of the county is 79.2% African American, 19.3% White, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 0.9% from other races. The median household income in the county is $25,938, and the median family income is $31,250. The per capita income in the county is $13,845. The poverty rate in the county is 37.2%.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Issaquena County?
Per Capita income in Issaquena County is $13,539.
What is the Median Family Income in Issaquena County?
Median Family Income in Issaquena County is $63,688.
What is the Median Household income in Issaquena County?
Median Household Income in Issaquena County is $17,900.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Issaquena County?
Income or Wage Gap in Issaquena County is 9.9%.
Women in Issaquena County earn 90.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Issaquena County?
Family Income Deficit in Issaquena County is $11,413.
Families that are below poverty line in Issaquena County earn $11,413 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Issaquena County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Issaquena County is 0.49.
What is the Total Population of Issaquena County?
Total Population of Issaquena County is 1,206.
What is the Total Male Population of Issaquena County?
Total Male Population of Issaquena County is 773.
What is the Total Female Population of Issaquena County?
Total Female Population of Issaquena County is 433.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Issaquena County?
There are 178.52 Males per 100 Females in Issaquena County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Issaquena County?
There are 56.02 Females per 100 Males in Issaquena County.
What is the Median Population Age in Issaquena County?
Median Population Age in Issaquena County is 43.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Issaquena County
Average Family Size in Issaquena County is 4.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Issaquena County
Average Household Size in Issaquena County is 2.2 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Issaquena County?
There are 206 People in the Labor Forcein in Issaquena County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Issaquena County?
18.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Issaquena County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Issaquena County?
Unemployment Rate in Issaquena County is 12.1%.