Tunica, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
961 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
40.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,958 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$178,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$510 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$471 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tunica County
1
Memphis Metro Area
7
Mississippi
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Tunica County
6
Memphis Metro Area
7
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 40
Feb 4 0 44
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 5 0 62
May 5 0 71
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 74
Oct 4 0 63
Nov 5 0 52
Dec 6 0 43

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 73% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.

Liberal (74%) (24%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 20%
Hillary Clinton 79%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MS State Senate District 11, MS State House District 9, MS
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Schools

Tunica Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
DBA Tunica Academy
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Rosa Fort High School
1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Delta Technical College
28 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Helena Regional Medical Center
19 miles, W • 2.3 star
Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto
29 miles, E • 1.4 star
Forrest City Medical Center
33 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
34 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
134 miles, SE • 1 star
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