Soso, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
497 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,521 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$143,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$335 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$427 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 6 0 58
Apr 5 0 65
May 5 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 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 deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MS State Senate District 34, MS State House District 88, MS
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Schools

West Jones High School
4 miles, SE • 2.8 star
West Jones Elementary School
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
North Jones Elementary School
8 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Southeastern Baptist College
8 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Jones County Junior College
12 miles, S • 1.4 star
The Academy of Hair Design Six
28 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

South Central Reg Med Ctr
9 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Covington County Hospital Cah
18 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Key Field
51 miles, NE • 1 star
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