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Amory, MS

Mississippi · Monroe County

Amory is a small city in Mississippi with a population of 6,564. Residents earn $51,592 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,564 Population 524/sq mi density
$51,592 Median Income $28,163 per capita
$140,700 Home Value $160,845 Zillow
$769 Median Rent 33.6% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
98 Violent Crime/100K 3,903 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$51,592 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,700 home value, $769/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
98 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $51,592
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,700
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 98/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

How Amory Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,564
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density524/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,592
Per Capita$28,163
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,315M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,700
Rent$769
Ownership63.5%
Zillow$160,845
Housing Units3,418
Rent Burden33.6%

Crime

F
Violent98/100K
Property3,903/100K
Murder14.0/100K
Assault42/100K
Burglary983/100K

Health

Obesity42.8%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking19.4%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation242 ft (74 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+8.4%
School Score4.97

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute18 min
Broadband87.4%
EV Stations5
Libraries4

Is Amory a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amory receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Amory has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amory is $51,592, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amory is $140,700, 50% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Amory is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 98 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,903 per 100,000, 99% above the national average.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Amory enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Amory has a population of 6,564 with a density of 524 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.1% female and 44.9% male. The city is predominantly White (65.3%), with 29.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.6% of residents. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 89.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,564
Total Population
524
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
13.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Amory vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amory vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amory is $51,592, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,163 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $980, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 666 business establishments, including 52 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Amory vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,592
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,163
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$53,521
Gini Index0.454 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)666
County GDP$1,315M

Business (County)

Restaurants52
Healthcare76
Retail121
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,238
36% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Amory is $140,700, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,845, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,418 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $2,238 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 33.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,700
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,845

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$769
34% below US avg
Rent Burden33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.5%
Owner-Occupied63.5%
Renter-Occupied36.5%
Housing Units3,418
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,238
36% below US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Amory, 42.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 41.6% have high blood pressure. 19.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.3% report binge drinking. 36.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.5% report depression. 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 12.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,993. The dentist ratio is 1:2,099. 40.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Amory vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure41.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,993
Dentists1:2,099
Mental Health1:3,734
Checkup Rate79.7%
Dental Visits9.0%
Premature Death13,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access40.1%
Healthcare Facilities76
Amory has a violent crime rate of 98 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 42.1 per 100,000, robbery at 42.1, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 14.0 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,903 per 100,000, 99% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,921, burglary at 983, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Amory receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Amory vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent98.3/100K
74% below US avg
Murder14.0/100K
123% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery42.1/100K
Assault42.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,903.4/100K
99% above US avg
Burglary982.9/100K
Theft2,920.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Amory enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 242 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation242 ft (74 m)
Area13.1 sq mi (34.0 km²)
Population Density524/sq mi
Coordinates33.9818°N, 88.4826°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMonroe County County
Nearest AirportTupelo Regional (TUP)
26 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.5"
54% above US avg
Snowfall 0.5"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.34"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score68.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability84.0 / 100
Community Resilience54.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 25, 2020.

Jun 30, 2015 12 km W of Union, Alabama M3.5 117 km
May 28, 1995 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama M3.4 107 km
Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 94 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 57 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 53 km
Mar 12, 2015 14 km W of Union, Alabama M3.1 119 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 128 km
May 10, 2008 1 km SSE of Sherman, Mississippi M3.1 52 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 58 km
Feb 27, 2015 11 km WSW of Union, Alabama M3.1 120 km
May 28, 2000 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama M3.0 69 km
May 28, 2000 13 km S of Winfield, Alabama M3.0 64 km
Sep 11, 1992 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama M3.0 128 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 119 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 111 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 122 km
Sep 13, 1998 6 km NNE of Coker, Alabama M2.9 108 km
Jan 5, 2012 11 km NW of Oakman, Alabama M2.9 95 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km NNW of Berry, Alabama M2.9 86 km
Feb 25, 1999 10 km NE of Oakland, Mississippi M2.8 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Zeta (2020, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Zeta Category 1 290 km
2005 Katrina Category 1 247 km
2004 Ivan Category 1 296 km
1995 Opal Category 1 279 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

580 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 215 fatalities, 1,877 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 34 km 72
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 8 km 23
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 37 km 28
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 86 km 13
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 83 km 3
Apr 19, 1970 EF4 95 km 4
Apr 29, 1963 EF4 27 km 3
Mar 24, 2023 EF3 29 km 2
Feb 23, 2019 EF3 55 km 1
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 42 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 50 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 83 km 4
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 99 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 65 km 0
May 8, 2008 EF3 42 km 0
Jan 10, 2008 EF3 37 km 0
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 68 km 0
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 67 km 7
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 62 km 4
Nov 24, 2001 EF3 64 km 2
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: COMP 109 (3,663 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 COMP 109 3,663 93 km
2016 MSNXR FY16 RX 1703B 3,633 90 km
1988 UNNAMED 3,616 94 km
1990 UNNAMED 3,605 92 km
2002 UNNAMED 3,593 95 km
2014 C-55 CHILLI LAKE 3,555 98 km
1987 10 NOVEMBER 3,301 90 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,053 93 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,031 98 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,887 98 km
2020 TOMBIGBEE COMP 54/55/56 2,846 92 km
2006 WITCHDCE W 2,846 42 km
2022 TOMBIGBEE BB 54 55 56 2,736 93 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,645 91 km
1995 16 2,482 89 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,393 92 km
1996 8 2,384 91 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,300 93 km
2007 WITCHDANCE EAST 2,285 41 km
2013 PUSKUS LAKE 2,271 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 4.9 in
March 54°F (12°C) 6.3 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 5.4 in
May 69°F (21°C) 5.4 in
June 76°F (25°C) 4.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.3 in Driest
September 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
November 52°F (11°C) 4.8 in
December 45°F (7°C) 5.8 in

Amory has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 44°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (3.3").

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Amory is located in Monroe County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 17.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.6% of the vote, a 35.9-point margin. 87.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 76 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.7%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+8.4%
School Test Score4.97
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density524/sq mi
Total Area13.1 sq mi
CountyMonroe County County

Services

Broadband Access87.4%
Avg Download Speed93.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed57.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants52
Retail Stores121

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%
Average costs for common services in Amory. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $218 ($131–$348)
Specialist Visit $305 ($174–$479)
Urgent Care Visit $174 ($87–$305)
Emergency Room Visit $1,914 ($696–$4,350)
Dental Cleaning $113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling $218 ($131–$348)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $65 ($44–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement $261 ($131–$435)
Tire Rotation $35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4) $522 ($348–$870)
Battery Replacement $174 ($87–$305)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $87 ($52–$131)
Electrician (Per Hour) $78 ($44–$122)
HVAC Repair $348 ($131–$696)
HVAC System Install $6,090 ($3,480–$10,440)
Roof Repair $870 ($348–$1,740)
Roof Replacement $7,830 ($4,785–$13,050)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,305 ($435–$3,045)
Divorce (Contested) $13,050 ($4,350–$26,100)
DUI Defense $4,350 ($1,740–$8,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,305 ($696–$2,610)
Will Preparation $435 ($174–$870)
Trust Preparation $2,175 ($870–$4,350)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full) $131 ($65–$218)
Manicure $22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44–$113)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.57 ($2.61–$4.79)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.05 ($2.18–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread $3.31 ($2.18–$4.79)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.92 ($2.61–$5.66)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.79 ($3.48–$6.53)
Rice (per lb) $0.87 ($0.52–$1.57)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $122 ($70–$218)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$131)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly) $74 ($44–$131)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,740 ($1,044–$3,045)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($6.96–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $87 ($26–$218)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$65)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,044 ($522–$2,175)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $870 ($435–$1,740)
After-School Care (Monthly) $348 ($174–$609)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $870 ($348–$2,175)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,875 ($4,350–$26,100)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $87 ($44–$174)
Dog Grooming $52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter $261 ($131–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter $174 ($87–$348)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$508
Toddler$462
Preschool$462
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Monroe County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,373 46 $73,120 3.16
Retail Trade 1,097 133 $29,391 1.20
Construction 836 63 $70,222 1.74
Wholesale Trade 173 24 $73,386 0.48
Other Services 159 41 $45,708 0.58
Administrative & Waste Services 156 23 $36,809 0.29
Finance & Insurance 154 46 $49,894 0.41
Transportation & Warehousing 126 26 $60,183 0.33
Utilities 58 5 $57,451 1.67
Information & Technology 45 8 $49,586 0.26
Agriculture & Forestry 39 11 $52,593 0.53
Mining & Oil/Gas 36 7 $90,057 1.04
Real Estate 14 10 $27,757 0.10

Hospitals in Amory

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
NORTH MISSISSIPPI MEDICAL CENTER-GILMORE AMORY Acute Care Hospitals 4/5 Yes (662) 256-7111

Schools in Amory

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
HATLEY HIGH SCHOOL Other 972 78 12.5:1
AMORY HIGH SCHOOL High 456 25 18.2:1
EAST AMORY SCHOOL Elementary 372 26 14.3:1
WEST AMORY SCHOOL Elementary 359 28 12.8:1
AMORY MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 331 26 12.7:1
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Radio Stations near Amory

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Amory

14 campgrounds found near Amory.

National Parks Near Amory

12 national parks and monuments found near Amory.

ParkTypeFee
Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site National Battlefield Site Free
J.P. Coleman State Park State Park Free
Lake Lowndes State Park State Park Free
Lake Lurleen State Park State Park Free
Legion Lake State Park State Park Free
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Natchez Trace Parkway Parkway Free
Tishomingo State Park State Park Free
Tombigbee State Park State Park Free
Trace State Park State Park Free
Tupelo National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Wall Doxey State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Amory

3 trails found near Amory.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
WITCHDANCE TRAIL 22.7
CHICKASAW ATV TRAIL 11.7
DAVIS LAKE HIKING TRAIL 0.3

Museums in Amory

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
AMORY REGIONAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6622562761

Farmers Markets in Amory

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Downtown Amory Farmers Market1st Avenue North

Hotels in Amory

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Briarwood Inn
Tenn Tom Inn

Restaurants in Amory

11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

County Kitchen
El Toro
Friendship House
Hometown Pizza
Huddle House
Indulge
New Hunan Chinese Resturant
Pickel's Drive In
Pizza Hut
Standford's Drive In Restaurant
The Rib Shack

Clinics in Amory

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amory Urgent Care
Physicians & Surgeons Clinic OB/GYN

Gas Stations in Amory

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Chevron
Exxon
Marathon
Murphy USA
Shell
Texaco

Banks in Amory

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Community Bank
Community Bank
Renasant Bank

Gyms in Amory

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Golf Courses in Amory

4 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ackia Golf Course
Ackia Golf Course
Ackia Golf Course
Amory Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Amory

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
RIVER PLACE NURSING CENTER
1126 EARL FRYE BOULEVARD, SOUTH
For profit - Partnership 60 58 5/5 3/5 3/5 6622579919
GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER - AMORY
1215 EARL FRYE DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 152 138 3/5 3/5 2/5 6622569344

Pharmacies in Amory

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FRED'S - 1020 905 HIGHWAY 278 EAST 662-256-8483
PEOPLES DRUGS COMPANY 117 NORTH MAIN STREET 662-256-8844
REGION III PHARMACY 317 MAIN STREET NORTH 662-256-7416
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 118 1515 HIGHWAY 278 EAST 662-256-2281
WALGREENS - 12750 805 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 278 EAST 662-256-9603

Cell Towers in Amory

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
30018 BAKER ROAD (77117)GTOWER129
1015 TRICE STREET (77090)GTOWER128
(Aberdeen RCC) 20053 BARNES ROADGTOWER127
Wise Gap Site 52616 Highway 8TOWER109
52616 Highway 8 (77125)GTOWER109
HWY 28 SOUTH (79290)GTOWER108
40551 OLD HIGHWAY 45 SOUTH (79295)GTOWER107
11940 HIGHWAY 23 SOUTH (77101)GTOWER106
Tremont 11940 Hwy. 23 SouthTOWER106
HWY 45A (110100)GTOWER102
(Gibson) 20026 State Road 8LTOWER98
US Highway 45TOWER94
30082 Highway 41TOWER85
60021 CARTER ROAD (77121)LTOWER75

Fire Stations in Amory

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Amory Fire Department109 Front STMostly volunteer662-256-8383

Bridges in Amory

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1936348,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19472706,800F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete continuous19588806,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19813226,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19812,0026,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19961,1226,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19811,9026,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19961,0426,200F
CulvertConcrete1949265,500G
CulvertConcrete1984335,200G
CulvertConcrete1984215,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19831225,200G
CulvertConcrete1984294,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20172674,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20174594,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20171,1624,000G
CulvertConcrete2017374,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20172124,000F
Tee BeamConcrete19591603,900F
CulvertConcrete198929453G
CulvertConcrete197226409G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197131378P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198823239F
Channel BeamConcrete2009120225G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198822217F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198825217F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198825217F
CulvertConcrete201135210G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198536210F
Channel BeamConcrete1990183192F
CulvertConcrete201531170G
Channel BeamConcrete1995154129F
Channel BeamConcrete200357125P
Channel BeamConcrete199569119F
CulvertConcrete198525102F
CulvertConcrete198520101F
CulvertConcrete198526100F
CulvertConcrete199822100G
Channel BeamConcrete201578100F
Channel BeamConcrete200893100G
Channel BeamConcrete20085780F
SlabConcrete195618040G

Airports Near Amory

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Columbus Air Force BaseCBMMedium Airport
Golden Triangle Regional AirportGTRMedium Airport
Tupelo Regional AirportTUPMedium Airport
Ackerman Choctaw County AirportSmall Airport
Ball AirportSmall Airport
Bird Nest AirportSmall Airport
Booneville-Baldwyn AirportSmall Airport
Chancellor Farm AirportSmall Airport
Columbus Lowndes County AirportUBSSmall Airport
Evans AirportSmall Airport
George M Bryan AirportSmall Airport
Godspeed AirparkSmall Airport
Graber Farms AirportSmall Airport
Hanlon AirportSmall Airport
Houston Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Howard's AirfieldSmall Airport
Inmon FieldSmall Airport
Kimmel Land & Cattle AirportSmall Airport
KownSmall Airport
Lamar County AirportSmall Airport
Maloney AirportSmall Airport
Marion County Rankin Fite AirportHABSmall Airport
Mccharen FieldSmall Airport
Monroe County AirportSmall Airport
New Albany Union County AirportSmall Airport
North Pickens AirportSmall Airport
Okolona Municipal Airport Richard Stovall FieldSmall Airport
Oktibbeha AirportSmall Airport
Pontotoc County AirportSmall Airport
Richard Arthur FieldSmall Airport
Ripley AirportSmall Airport
Rye FieldSmall Airport
Shenandoah Valley Farms AirportSmall Airport
Shockley Field AirportSmall Airport
Spearman FieldSmall Airport
Spurgeon AirportSmall Airport
Tishomingo County AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Amory

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Amory Police Dept.

Grocery Stores in Amory

12 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BlueSky 732Convenience Store1002 Highland Dr
DOLLAR GENERAL 0804Other1106 Highway 278 E
Dollar General 21102Other52140 Highway 25 S
Dollar General 21110Other30421 Highway 371
Dollar General 25835Other1209 Hwy 125 S
DOLLARTREE 8193Other1201 Highway 278
Food Giant 587Supermarket901 Highway 278 E
Mr Market And Deli #2 IncConvenience Store1204 Hwy 25 S
Murphy USA 7755Convenience Store1517 Highway 278 E
Sprint Mart 7Convenience Store1515 Highway 278 E
Walgreens 12750Other805 Highway 278 E
Walmart Supercenter 118Super Store1515 Highway 278 E

Post Offices in Amory

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Amory Post Office
Becker Post Office

Treatment Centers in Amory

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Lifecore Health Group - Monroe County OfficeBoth662-640-4595

DOL Wage Violations in Amory

7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $114,618 in back wages owed to 145 employees.

7
Violations
$114,618
Back Wages Owed
145
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
El Toro Bravo 38821 1 $38,033 $718 53
L & L Painting 38821 1 $37,887 $702 54
H & R Block 38821 2 $17,677 $1,607 11
East Amory Preschool 38821 1 $15,055 $886 17
UNITED FURNITURE INDUSTRIES INC. [OSHA] 38821 Upholstered Household Furniture Manufacturing 1 $3,955 $3,955 1
Super C Tobacco 38821 1 $1,730 $432 4
McDonalds McDonalds Corporation 38821 1 $281 $56 5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Amory

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AMORY CHURCH OF GOD1321 HATLEY RD
BREAD OF LIFE HOUSE OF WORSHIP710 103RD ST N
CHRISTIAN CHAPEL CHURCH OF CHRIST60127 VAUGHN RD
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH601 111TH ST
CHURCH ON FIRE315 MAIN ST N
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD521 TSCHUDI RD
FRIEND OF GODPO BOX 451
GOSPEL TEMPLE CHURCH OF LOVE IN CHRIST407A FRONT ST N
HAMILTON MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION50010 ROBINSON WEST CIR
NEW ROSE OF SHARON CHURCH OF GOD CHRIST1206 HUTTON DR
NORTH BOULEVARD CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 472
ST HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCHPO BOX 97
ST HELEN PARISH AMORY401 8TH AVE S
VICTORY TEMPLE HOLINESS CHURCHPO BOX 74

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Frequently Asked Questions About Amory

What is the population of Amory?

Amory has a population of 6,564 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 524 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.7 years. The population is 55.1% female and 44.9% male.

Is Amory expensive to live in?

Amory is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $51,592, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,700 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Amory safe?

Amory is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 98 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,903 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Amory receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Amory?

Amory enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Amory?

Amory has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $980. There are 666 business establishments in the area, including 52 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 5.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Amory?

The median home value in Amory is $140,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,845. For renters, the median monthly rent is $769. Fair market rent is $782 for a 1-bedroom and $924 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.5%. The average annual property tax is $2,238.

How are the schools in Amory?

Schools in Amory score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.5% of adults in Amory hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Amory?

The obesity rate in Amory is 42.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.4% of adults are smokers. 36.4% are physically inactive. 21.5% of residents report depression. 12.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 40.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,993.

What is transportation like in Amory?

The average commute in Amory is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Amory?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Amory is 65.3% White, 29.5% Black or African American. 96.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.4% speak Spanish. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 89.6% have health insurance coverage.

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