Houston, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
3,757 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
69.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$121,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$502 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$471 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chickasaw County
1
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

Chickasaw County
2
Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 41
Feb 4 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 4 0 61
May 6 0 69
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 6 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MS State Senate District 8, MS State House District 22, MS
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Schools

Houston Upper Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Houston High School
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Mississippi State University
33 miles, S • 2.3 star
Itawamba Community College
43 miles, E • 1.4 star
Mississippi University for Women
44 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Pontotoc Health Service Inc Cah
24 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
39 miles, S • 1 star
Memphis International Airport
97 miles, N • 2.8 star
Key Field
109 miles, S • 1 star
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