Sharon, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
2,223 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,278 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
43 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$100,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$320 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$409 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.0% 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 5 0 51
Mar 5 0 58
Apr 5 0 65
May 5 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 81
Sep 4 0 76
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 5 0 57
Dec 5 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MS State Senate District 42, MS State House District 89, MS
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Schools

North Jones Elementary School
4 miles, W • 2.8 star
Mason Elementary School
6 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Nora Davis Magnet School
6 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Southeastern Baptist College
5 miles, W • 1.4 star
Jones County Junior College
15 miles, SW • 1.4 star
The Academy of Hair Design Six
34 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

South Central Reg Med Ctr
8 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Wayne General Hospital
28 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Key Field
42 miles, NE • 1 star
Mobile Regional Airport
91 miles, S • 1.4 star
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