Alcorn State University, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,007 332.4M (US)
Median Age
20.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,900 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$379 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$430 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Claiborne County
3
Mississippi
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Claiborne County
2
Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 46
Feb 5 0 50
Mar 6 0 57
Apr 5 0 65
May 5 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 4 0 81
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 5 0 57
Dec 6 0 49

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 88% of residents leaning left and 10% leaning right.

Liberal (88%) (10%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 5%
Hillary Clinton 94%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MS State Senate District 37, MS State House District 85, MS
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Schools

Tensas High School
6 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Tensas Elementary School
7 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Tensas Academy
7 miles, NW • 1 star
Port Gibson Middle School
10 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Alcorn State University
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
45 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Hinds Community College
50 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Merit Health Natchez
28 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Monroe Regional Airport
68 miles, NW • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
91 miles, W • 1 star
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