Ovett, 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 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
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
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
161 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$102,526 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$185,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$603 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$420 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jones 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

Jones County
4
Laurel Urban Area
4
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 47
Feb 6 0 51
Mar 6 0 58
Apr 5 0 65
May 5 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 5 0 81
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 5 0 57
Dec 5 0 50

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MS State Senate District 42, MS State House District 88, MS
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Schools

Runnelstown Elementary School
9 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Richton High School
11 miles, S • 2.8 star
Richton Elementary School
11 miles, S • 1.9 star
Glade Elementary School
12 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Jones County Junior College
13 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Southeastern Baptist College
19 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

South Central Reg Med Ctr
15 miles, N • 2.3 star
Forrest General Hospital
21 miles, W • 1.4 star
Merit Health Wesley
23 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Key Field
60 miles, NE • 1 star
Mobile Regional Airport
72 miles, S • 1.4 star
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