Union, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,289 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,791 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$105,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$453 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$318 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Newton County
3
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

Newton County
2
Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 43
Feb 5 0 48
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 5 0 63
May 5 0 71
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 3 0 74
Oct 4 0 64
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (24%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 1%

Schools

Union High School
<1 miles, W 4.6 star
Union Elementary School
<1 miles, W 3.7 star
Union Middle School
<1 miles, SW 2.8 star

Colleges

East Central Community College
9 miles, S 1.4 star
Meridian Community College
26 miles, SE 1.4 star
East Mississippi Community College
41 miles, E 1.4 star
University of West Alabama
54 miles, E 1.9 star

Hospitals

Laird Hospital Inc
1 miles, S 3.2 star
Neshoba County General Hospital
13 miles, NE 2.3 star
Se Lackey Memorial Hospital
25 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Key Field
27 miles, SE 1 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
68 miles, NE 1 star