Blue Mountain, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,452 332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,527 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$78,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$249 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$483 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tippah 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

Tippah County
3
Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 4 1 43
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 4 0 59
May 6 0 69
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 6 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MS State Senate District 4, MS State House District 4, MS
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Schools

Blue Mountain High School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Ripley High School
6 miles, E • 3.7 star
Ripley Middle School
6 miles, E • 1.4 star
Ripley Elementary School
6 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Blue Mountain College
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Rust College
25 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Tippah County Hospital
6 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Alliance Healthcare System
23 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville
26 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
60 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
88 miles, S • 1 star
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