Montrose, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
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
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
139 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$18,654 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$251,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$308 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$130 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jasper County
3
Laurel Urban Area
3
Mississippi
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jasper County
3
Laurel Urban Area
4
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 45
Feb 5 0 49
Mar 5 0 56
Apr 5 0 63
May 4 0 71
Jun 4 0 78
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 deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MS State Senate District 34, MS State House District 84, MS
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Schools

Bay Springs Middle Sch
10 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bay Springs Elem Sch
10 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Bay Springs High School
10 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Sylva Bay Academy
11 miles, SW • 1 star
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Colleges

East Central Community College
23 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Southeastern Baptist College
26 miles, S • 1.4 star
Meridian Community College
34 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Se Lackey Memorial Hospital
22 miles, N • 3.2 star
Scott Regional Hospital Cah
30 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Key Field
32 miles, E • 1 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
99 miles, NE • 1 star
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