Independence, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
106 332.4M (US)
Median Age
75.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,758 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
44.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
47 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$118,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$376 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$970 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tate County
2
Memphis Metro Area
7
Mississippi
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Tate County
5
Memphis Metro Area
7
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 5 1 44
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 5 0 61
May 6 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 6 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MS State Senate District 10, MS State House District 8, MS
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Schools

Independence High School
3 miles, SW • 3.2 star
East Tate Elementary School
4 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Delta Technical College
20 miles, N • 1.4 star
Rust College
21 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto
21 miles, N • 1.4 star
Alliance Healthcare System
23 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
25 miles, N • 2.8 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
111 miles, S • 1 star
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