Living in Tunica County, Mississippi

Tunica County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 10,343, part of the Memphis, TN-AR-MS MSA metro area.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $785/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $116K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Tunica County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 34 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.