Bethlehem, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
218 332.4M (US)
Median Age
11.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,397 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
32.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$267,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$577 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$608 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
17.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
2
Memphis Metro Area
7
Mississippi
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
2
Memphis Metro Area
7
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 39
Feb 5 1 43
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 5 0 60
May 6 0 69
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 6 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MS State Senate District 10, MS State House District 13, MS
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Schools

Potts Camp High School (7-12)
5 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Potts Camp Middle School (4-8)
5 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Mary Reid School (K-6)
5 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Hickory Flat Attendance Center
8 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Rust College
15 miles, N • 1.4 star
Blue Mountain College
18 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Mississippi
19 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Alliance Healthcare System
15 miles, N • 2.3 star
Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms
19 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Tippah County Hospital
24 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
49 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
89 miles, S • 1 star
Key Field
159 miles, S • 1 star
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