Maben, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
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
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
1,435 332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$28,816 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$72,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$358 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$419 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
25.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oktibbeha County
1
Starkville Urban Area
1
Mississippi
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Oktibbeha County
4
Starkville Urban Area
3
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 42
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 5 0 62
May 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 4 0 63
Nov 5 0 53
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 1%

Schools

East Webster Elementary School
3 miles, W 3.2 star
East Webster High School
5 miles, N 3.7 star

Colleges

Mississippi State University
18 miles, SE 2.3 star
Mississippi University for Women
38 miles, SE 1.9 star
Academy of Hair Design-Grenada
45 miles, NW 1 star

Hospitals

Och Regional Medical Center
16 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
29 miles, SE 1 star
Key Field
86 miles, S 1 star
Memphis International Airport
115 miles, N 2.8 star