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Tunica, MS

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Population
819
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
196 ft
Median Home Value
$194,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$621/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$39,282
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Tunica

Tunica is a small Mississippi Delta town of around 1,000 residents, nestled along the historic Blues Highway near the banks of the Mississippi River. Serving as the county seat, it features a classic downtown layout centered on Main Street, Veterans Park, and the historic courthouse. Local shops, the Tunica County Museum, and neighborhood schools give the town an approachable, close-knit feel that is easy to navigate.

Tunica MS 01 Historic Downtown Park

Visitors often connect the area with the bustling casino corridor up the road, though the actual town of Tunica is a separate, quiet residential community. Everyday life revolves around leafy streets, local businesses, and community gatherings. For anyone looking to relocate, Tunica provides a relaxed, affordable Delta lifestyle with the bonus of a straightforward drive north toward Memphis for broader amenities.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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