Diamondhead, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
9,338 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,208 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$236,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$629 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,315 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hancock County
2
Gulfport-Biloxi Metro 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

Hancock County
4
Gulfport-Biloxi Metro Area
6
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 49
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 6 0 59
Apr 5 0 66
May 5 0 74
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 7 0 82
Aug 6 0 82
Sep 6 0 78
Oct 4 0 69
Nov 5 0 60
Dec 5 0 51

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Hurricane Winds Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MS State Senate District 46, MS State House District 95, MS
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Schools

East Hancock Elementary School
3 miles, NW • 3.7 star
North Bay Elementary School
4 miles, S • 2.3 star
Bay Waveland Middle School
4 miles, S • 2.8 star
Bay High School
4 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Chris Beauty College
16 miles, E • 1 star
Blue Cliff College-Gulfport
19 miles, E • 1.4 star
Delta College-Slidell Campus
26 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Ochsner Medical Center-Hancock
5 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
14 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Garden Park Medical Center
16 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Mobile Regional Airport
69 miles, E • 1.4 star
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