Iuka, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
3,118 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,805 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$122,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$366 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$331 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tishomingo County
2
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

Tishomingo County
2
Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 38
Feb 4 1 42
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 4 0 59
May 6 0 68
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 4 0 50
Dec 6 0 40

Hazards

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 87%
Hillary Clinton 11%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MS State Senate District 5, MS State House District 1, MS
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Schools

Iuka Middle School
<1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Iuka Elementary School
1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Tishomingo County High School
4 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Burnsville Elementary
7 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

University of North Alabama
29 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Tishomingo Health Services Inc
<1 miles, W • 5 star
Magnolia Regional Health Center
22 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Red Bay Hospital
24 miles, S
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
97 miles, SW • 1 star
Memphis International Airport
102 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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