Lena, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
144 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$116,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$527 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$557 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Leake 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

Leake County
2
Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 44
Feb 6 0 48
Mar 5 0 56
Apr 5 0 63
May 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 4 0 64
Nov 5 0 55
Dec 5 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 37%
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Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MS State Senate District 18, MS State House District 27, MS
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Schools

Leake County High School
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
Leake County Elementary School
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
Leake Central Elementary School
10 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Leake Central Junior High
10 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

East Central Community College
30 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Holmes Community College
32 miles, N • 1.4 star
Tougaloo College
36 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Baptist Medical Center-Leake
11 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Se Lackey Memorial Hospital
17 miles, S • 3.2 star
Scott Regional Hospital Cah
18 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Key Field
52 miles, SE • 1 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
83 miles, NE • 1 star
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