Choctaw County, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
8,172 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,321 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$391 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$415 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.5% 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 5 0 42
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 5 0 62
May 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 4 0 63
Nov 5 0 53
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MS State Senate District 15, MS State House District 35, MS
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Schools

Ackerman Elem
5 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Choctaw County High School
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Weir Elementary School
6 miles, SW • 1.4 star

Colleges

Mississippi State University
28 miles, E • 2.3 star
Academy of Hair Design-Grenada
44 miles, NW • 1 star
Holmes Community College
46 miles, W • 1.4 star
Mississippi University for Women
49 miles, E • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Och Regional Medical Center
26 miles, E • 3.2 star

Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
39 miles, E • 1 star
Key Field
76 miles, S • 1 star
Memphis International Airport
124 miles, N • 2.8 star