Hancock County, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
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
46,057 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,728 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$206,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$453 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$812 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gulfport-Biloxi Metro Area
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

Gulfport-Biloxi Metro Area
6
Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 54
Mar 5 0 59
Apr 5 0 66
May 5 0 74
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 5 0 59
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MS State Senate District 46, MS State House District 122, MS
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Schools

Hancock High School
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Hancock Middle School
3 miles, SE • 2.3 star
East Hancock Elementary School
5 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Delta College-Slidell Campus
19 miles, W • 1 star
Chris Beauty College
24 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Ochsner Medical Center-Hancock
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Highland Community Hospital
16 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Mobile Regional Airport
77 miles, E • 1.4 star
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