Waterford, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
30 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
40.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$34,286 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$254,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$640 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$638 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
2
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

Marshall County
2
Memphis Metro Area
7
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 5 1 43
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 5 0 60
May 6 0 69
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 79
Sep 3 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 6 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 1%

Schools

Galena Elementary School (K-6)
6 miles, NW 1.4 star
Holly Springs Intermediate School
8 miles, NE 1.4 star
Marshall Academy
8 miles, N 1 star
Holly Springs Primary School
8 miles, NE 1.9 star

Colleges

Rust College
9 miles, NE 1.4 star
University of Mississippi
20 miles, SW 2.3 star
Blue Mountain College
24 miles, E 1.4 star

Hospitals

Alliance Healthcare System
10 miles, NE 2.3 star
Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms
21 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Memphis International Airport
40 miles, NW 2.8 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
97 miles, S 1 star