Amite County, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
12,611 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,385 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$89,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$306 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$481 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 48
Feb 6 0 51
Mar 5 0 58
Apr 4 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 0 81
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 4 0 67
Nov 4 0 57
Dec 5 0 50

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 43%
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Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MS State Senate District 39, MS State House District 96, MS
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Schools

Amite School Center
3 miles, S • 1 star
Amite County High School
3 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Amite County Elementary
4 miles, SW • 1 star

Colleges

Copiah-Lincoln Community College
41 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Denham Springs Beauty School
50 miles, SW • 1 star
Alcorn State University
51 miles, N • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Field Health System
18 miles, W • 3.2 star

Airports