Benoit, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
572 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,982 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
59.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$93,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$428 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$345 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bolivar County
3
Cleveland Urban Area
3
Mississippi
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bolivar County
3
Cleveland Urban Area
3
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 42
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 5 0 63
May 5 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 3 0 81
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 4 0 64
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 6 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 65% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 30%
Hillary Clinton 69%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MS State Senate District 12, MS State House District 29, MS
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Schools

Ray Brooks School
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
West Bolivar Elem
14 miles, N • 1.4 star
Shaw High School
14 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Delta State University
17 miles, E • 1.9 star
Delta Beauty College
18 miles, SW • 1 star
Mississippi Delta Community College
32 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Delta Regional Medical Center
17 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bolivar Medical Center
18 miles, E • 3.2 star
McGehee Hospital
22 miles, W
South Sunflower County Hospital
25 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Monroe Regional Airport
99 miles, SW • 1 star
Memphis International Airport
113 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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