Pickens, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
1,235 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$31,107 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
66.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$361 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$272 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Holmes County
2
Jackson Metro Area
2
Mississippi
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Holmes County
4
Jackson Metro Area
2
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 43
Feb 5 0 47
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 5 0 63
May 5 0 71
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 3 0 74
Oct 4 0 64
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 6 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.

Liberal (66%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 29%
Hillary Clinton 69%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MS State Senate District 21, MS State House District 47, MS
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Schools

Goodman Pickens Elementary School
3 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Velma Jackson High School
10 miles, S • 3.7 star
Linwood Elementary School
12 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Holmes Community College
6 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Tougaloo College
36 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Midwest Technical Institute-Ridgeland
36 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Merit Health Madison
22 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Baptist Medical Center Attala
25 miles, E • 3.2 star
Baptist Medical Center-Yazoo
25 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Key Field
81 miles, SE • 1 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
88 miles, E • 1 star
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