Wesson, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
2,346 332.4M (US)
Median Age
20.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,987 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$367 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$744 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Copiah County
2
Jackson Metro Area
2
Mississippi
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Copiah County
2
Jackson Metro Area
2
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 46
Feb 6 0 50
Mar 5 0 57
Apr 5 0 64
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 6 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MS State Senate District 35, MS State House District 92, MS
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Schools

Wesson Attendance Center
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lipsey School
8 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Copiah-Lincoln Community College
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Hinds Community College
38 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lawrence County Hospital Cah
20 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Southwest Ms Regional Medical Center
31 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Key Field
106 miles, E • 1 star
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