Pontotoc, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,717 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,230 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$144,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$424 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$564 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pontotoc 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

Pontotoc County
3
Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 40
Feb 5 0 44
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 5 0 60
May 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 5 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MS State Senate District 3, MS State House District 15, MS
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Schools

Pontotoc High School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Pontotoc Junior High School
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Pontotoc Middle School
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Blue Mountain College
29 miles, N • 1.4 star
University of Mississippi
31 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Itawamba Community College
34 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Pontotoc Health Service Inc Cah
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
North Mississippi Medical Center
17 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
60 miles, S • 1 star
Memphis International Airport
78 miles, N • 2.8 star
Key Field
133 miles, S • 1 star
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