Amory, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Monroe County County
Amory, MS
At a Glance
How Amory Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Amory's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Amory a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Amory residents earn a median household income of $51,592 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,163. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1% (97% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 666 business establishments, including 52 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Amory is $140,700 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $166,123. Median rent is $769/month, with 33.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Amory reports 630 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,521/100K.
Education
17.5% of adults in Amory hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 85.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Amory has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches.