Jackson County, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
144,437 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,756 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$181,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$452 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$849 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.2% 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 53
Mar 6 0 59
Apr 4 0 66
May 5 0 73
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 7 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 34% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MS State Senate District 51, MS State House District 112, MS
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Schools

Martin Bluff
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Singing River Academy
4 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Gautier High School
4 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Gautier Elementary School
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Blue Cliff College-Gulfport
25 miles, W • 1.4 star
Chris Beauty College
27 miles, W • 1 star
Fortis College
30 miles, E • 1 star
University of South Alabama
31 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Singing River Health System
8 miles, S • 2.3 star
Merit Health Biloxi
16 miles, W • 2.3 star
Garden Park Medical Center
28 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Mobile Regional Airport
28 miles, E • 1.4 star
Pensacola International Airport
86 miles, E • 1.9 star
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