Bassfield, MS

Mississippi · Jefferson Davis County

Bassfield is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 211. Residents earn $30,208 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

211 Population 211/sq mi density

$30,208 Median Income $17,882 per capita

$84,000 Home Value $106,346 Zillow

67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr

45 Violent Crime/100K 1,504 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.4 / 5.0

$30,208 median income, 5.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$84,000 home value

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

45 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)

C+

Education

2.9 / 5.0

23.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $30,208

60% lower than US avg

Home Value $84,000

70% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 45/100K

88% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.9%

29% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 46.1%

44% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.4%

50% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.4%

65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population211

Median Age39.1 yrs

Density211/mi²

Male / Female46% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 52%

Veterans13.6%

Economy

Median Income$30,208

Per Capita$17,882

Unemployment5.4%

Poverty20.4%

County GDP$264M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$84,000

Ownership84.7%

Zillow$106,346

Housing Units146

Rent Burden23.3%

Crime

Violent45/100K

Property1,504/100K

Health

Obesity46.1%

Uninsured14.1%

Smoking23.3%

Depression20.9%

Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain61.9 in/yr

Sunny Days313/yr

Elevation463 ft (141 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.9%

High School+76.1%

Graduate+3.9%

School Score3.84

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 57%

Commute26 min

Broadband85.0%

EV Stations1

Libraries2

Is Bassfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bassfield receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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 above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Bassfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bassfield is $30,208, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bassfield is $84,000, 70% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Bassfield is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,504 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.1% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.8/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Bassfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bassfield has a population of 211 with a density of 211 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.5% female and 45.5% male. The city is predominantly White (52.1%), with 43.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 13.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

211

Total Population

211

People / sq mi

39.1yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%

Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bassfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%

27% above US avg

Spanish 0.0%

100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bassfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bassfield is $30,208, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,882 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $883, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 160 business establishments, including 11 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bassfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$30,208
	60% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$17,882
Avg Weekly Wage	$883
IRS Avg AGI	$44,214
Gini Index	0.455 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.4%
	50% above US avg
Poverty Rate	20.4%
	65% above US avg
Establishments (County)	160
County GDP	$264M

Business (County)

Restaurants	11
Healthcare	13
Retail	33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,320
	34% below US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.0 min
Drive Alone	79.0%
Public Transit	3.2%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bassfield is $84,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,346, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 84.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 146 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $2,320 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 23.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$84,000
	70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$106,346

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	84.7%
Owner-Occupied	84.7%
Renter-Occupied	15.3%
Housing Units	146
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,320
	34% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.76%

In Bassfield, 46.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.1% of residents, above the national average. 47.4% have high blood pressure. 23.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.8% report binge drinking. 40.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.9% report depression. 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 14.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,711. The dentist ratio is 1:2,772. 24.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	46.1%
	44% above US avg
Diabetes	17.3%
Heart Disease	8.1%
High Blood Pressure	47.4%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	10.2%
Cancer	6.0%
Stroke	5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.3%
	66% above US avg
Binge Drinking	12.8%
Physical Inactivity	40.1%
Depression	20.9%
Mental Distress	20.7%
Physical Distress	16.8%
Short Sleep	41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.4%
Uninsured	14.1%
	64% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,711
Dentists	1:2,772
Mental Health	1:783
Checkup Rate	80.6%
Dental Visits	6.1%
Premature Death	17,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.5/10
Exercise Access	24.1%
Healthcare Facilities	13

Bassfield has a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,504 per 100,000, 23% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bassfield receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	44.9/100K
	88% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,504.3/100K
	23% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Bassfield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 313 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 61.9 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 463 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	66.5°F
	23% above US avg
January Average	49°F (9°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	463 ft (141 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	211/sq mi
Coordinates	31.4960°N, 89.7449°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Jefferson Davis County County
Nearest Airport	Hattiesburg/Laurel Regional (PIB) 24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.9"

63% above US avg

Wettest Month (Mar) 6.50"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.62"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	23.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	98.5 / 100
Community Resilience	23.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Very Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jul 16, 1993	2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama	M3.7	136 km
Mar 25, 1996	11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi	M3.5	124 km
May 3, 2015	7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi	M3.2	122 km
Jun 29, 2015	6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi	M3.2	123 km
May 16, 2008	10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama	M3.1	149 km
Aug 2, 2010	16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana	M3.0	130 km
May 3, 2015	8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi	M3.0	125 km
Mar 15, 2025	5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi	M3.0	47 km
Aug 9, 2019	Mississippi	M2.8	118 km
Aug 17, 2015	9 km N of Madison, Mississippi	M2.6	122 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

20 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Francine	Category 2	238 km
2021	Ida	Category 4	142 km
2020	Zeta	Category 3	81 km
2020	Sally	Category 2	233 km
2017	Nate	Category 1	141 km
2012	Isaac	Category 1	244 km
2008	Gustav	Category 2	245 km
2005	Katrina	Category 4	46 km
2005	Dennis	Category 4	245 km
2005	Cindy	Category 1	258 km
2004	Ivan	Category 3	194 km
2002	Lili	Category 1	295 km
1998	Georges	Category 2	128 km
1997	Danny	Category 1	212 km
1995	Opal	Category 3	285 km
1995	Erin	Category 2	236 km
1992	Andrew	Category 4	217 km
1988	Florence	Category 1	246 km
1985	Elena	Category 3	89 km
1985	Juan	Category 1	258 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

878 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 87 fatalities, 1,882 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 19, 2020	EF4	52 km	1
Apr 12, 2020	EF4	4 km	7
Apr 12, 2020	EF4	47 km	4
Feb 10, 2013	EF4	36 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	64 km	7
Nov 22, 1992	EF4	45 km	0
Nov 21, 1992	EF4	70 km	12
Feb 28, 1987	EF4	47 km	6
Apr 18, 1978	EF4	36 km	4
Mar 29, 1976	EF4	91 km	0
Mar 26, 1976	EF4	41 km	0
Jan 10, 1975	EF4	82 km	9
Jun 18, 2023	EF3	72 km	1
Apr 12, 2020	EF3	37 km	0
Dec 16, 2019	EF3	58 km	0
Dec 16, 2019	EF3	34 km	0
Dec 16, 2019	EF3	20 km	0
Jan 21, 2017	EF3	43 km	4
Dec 23, 2014	EF3	31 km	3
Apr 28, 2014	EF3	68 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WHITE DOG (12,306 ac, 2005).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2005	WHITE DOG	12,306	72 km
2013	UNNAMED	10,170	96 km
2014	UNNAMED	9,932	73 km
2015	UNNAMED	7,059	98 km
2005	UNNAMED	6,712	86 km
2000	COW PEN	6,502	71 km
2010	CRIPPLE CHINOOK	6,035	75 km
2005	UNNAMED	5,819	75 km
2018	UNNAMED	5,803	93 km
2008	UNNAMED	5,657	91 km
1987	MACHINE GUN	5,601	74 km
1990	PIERCES CREEK	5,544	75 km
2020	369 D	5,362	72 km
2005	UNNAMED	5,062	80 km
2013	UNNAMED	4,999	78 km
2018	UNNAMED	4,991	75 km
2014	UNNAMED	4,899	88 km
2018	UNNAMED	4,862	98 km
2021	CHICKASAWHAY - CPT 398 399	4,697	88 km
2014	BIEN 75-78	4,658	90 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	49°F (9°C)	6.2 in	Coldest
February	51°F (10°C)	5.5 in
March	58°F (15°C)	6.5 in	Wettest
April	65°F (18°C)	5.8 in
May	72°F (22°C)	5.6 in
June	78°F (26°C)	4.5 in
July	82°F (28°C)	5.4 in	Warmest
August	80°F (27°C)	4.6 in
September	76°F (24°C)	4.1 in
October	65°F (19°C)	3.6 in	Driest
November	56°F (14°C)	4.7 in
December	50°F (10°C)	6.0 in

Bassfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 49°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and October the driest (3.6").

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Bassfield is located in Jefferson Davis County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 23.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% below the national average of 33.7%. 76.1% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 56.6% of the vote, a 13.8-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 13 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79% of workers drive alone to work, while 3.2% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.8%

D 56.6%

Winner: Democrat by 13.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.9%
	29% below US avg
High School+	76.1%
Graduate Degree+	3.9%
School Test Score	3.84

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density	211/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	Jefferson Davis County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.0%
Avg Download Speed	33.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	13
Restaurants	11
Retail Stores	33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.0 min
Drive Alone	79.0%
Public Transit	3.2%
Work from Home	0.0%

Average costs for common services in Bassfield. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$508
Toddler	$462
Preschool	$462
Family Childcare (monthly)

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jefferson Davis County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Construction	340	16	$84,722	3.95
Retail Trade	234	35	$22,453	1.43
Utilities	25	5	$30,909	4.01
Professional & Technical Services	8	7	$31,114	0.07

Schools in Bassfield

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
JDC HIGH SCHOOL	High	387	30	12.9:1
CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	260	18	14.4:1

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Radio Stations near Bassfield

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WXRR Classic Rock 104.5 FM	classic rock, rock	AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Bassfield

7 national parks and monuments found near Bassfield.

Park	Type	Fee
Bogue Chitto State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Lincoln State Park	State Park	Free
Lefleur's Bluff State Park	State Park	Free
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument	National Monument	Free
Paul B. Johnson State Park	State Park	Free
Percy Quinn State Park	State Park	Free
Roosevelt State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Bassfield

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	231	$35,489
2015	223	$34,135
2017	216	$39,688
2019	211	$37,500
2021	187	$31,000
2023	182	$30,208

Museums in Bassfield

Name	Type	Phone
COVINGTON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HOLLOWAY-POLK HOUSE HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	6017924311
LAWRENCE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LUCILE PARKER MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM	7173555096
MARION COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Bassfield

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI REGIONAL LIBRARY	900 BROAD STREET	0.0	100,078
COVINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM	403 SOUTH FIR AVENUE	0.0	27,019

Farmers Markets in Bassfield

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Pearl River Market	233 Second Street	04/19/2014 to 12/20/2014	Thu: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Pharmacies in Bassfield

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
NEWPOINTE HEALTH MART PHARMACY	345 GENERAL ROBERT E BLOUNT DRIVE	601-943-6913

Cell Towers in Bassfield

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
APPROX 1.7 MI E OF US 49 AND 2 MI S (Collins site)	TOWER	130
(Ohlo) 8292 US Highway 18 West	GTOWER	99
86 Toney Lane (77176)	GTOWER	97
(Bassfield site) 55 Gen. Robert Blount Dr. (MS14165-A)	TOWER	93
(Bassfield site) 55 Gen. Robert Blount Dr. (MS14165-A)	TOWER	93
3920 HWY 42 BASSFIELD (117016)	GTOWER	93

Fire Stations in Bassfield

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Bassfield Volunteer Fire Department	194 Gen. R.E. Blount DR	Mostly volunteer			601-943-5424

Bridges in Bassfield

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	2011	22	3,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	282	2,200	G
Culvert	Concrete	1961	26	1,400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1960	206	1,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1959	240	1,300	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1987	131	1,300	G
Culvert	Concrete	2001	34	930	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2020	170	810	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2020	170	810	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2002	100	770	G
Culvert	Concrete	2019	52	730	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2020	164	730	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2016	131	710	G
Culvert	Concrete	2020	22	630	G
Culvert	Concrete	1977	22	470	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	214	470	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1975	57	300	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1988	114	240	F
Culvert	Concrete	1962	34	230	F
Culvert	Concrete	1977	22	220	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1988	107	220	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	420	200	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2000	69	175	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1985	57	170	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	2006	22	150	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	1987	57	150	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2017	226	110	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2009	93	110	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2014	131	105	G
Culvert	Concrete	2015	47	100	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2022	186	100	G
Culvert	Concrete	2014	60	100	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2020	88	100	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2001	131	100	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2023	139	100	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2023	280	100	G
Culvert	Concrete	1970	26	90	G
Slab	Concrete	2007	155	80	G
Culvert	Concrete	2014	25	80	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1986	190	80	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2001	81	80	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2009	93	80	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1975	57	80	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2019	57	70	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1995	57	70	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1999	155	70	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1995	69	60	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1984	57	60	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1997	57	60	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2019	57	60	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1983	38	60	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2011	240	50	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1979	57	50	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	151	50	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1984	57	50	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1948	38	50	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	1999	131	50	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2019	217	30	G

Superfund Sites Near Bassfield

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
SILVER CREEK GENERATING PLANT	217 MOSES LN	JEFFERSON DAVIS

Airports Near Bassfield

35 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal Airport	HBG	Medium Airport
Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport	PIB	Medium Airport
McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field	MCB	Medium Airport
Beets Airport	—	Small Airport
Brookhaven-Lincoln County Airport	—	Small Airport
Browns Landing	—	Small Airport
Circle Bar Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Clay Airport	—	Small Airport
Columbia-Marion County Airport	—	Small Airport
Copiah County Airport	—	Small Airport
Dean Griffin Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Dogwood Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Falcon Field	—	Small Airport
Franklinton Airport	—	Small Airport
Freedom Strip	—	Small Airport
George R Carr Memorial Air Field	BXA	Small Airport
Hesler Noble Field	LUL	Small Airport
I H Bass Jr Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Magee Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Memory Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Mohr Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Morgan Field	—	Small Airport
Ora Airport	—	Small Airport
Oreck Airport	—	Small Airport
Paul Pittman Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Poplarville Pearl River County Airport	PCU	Small Airport
Porter Airport	—	Small Airport
Prentiss Jefferson Davis County Airport	—	Small Airport
Puff Airpark	—	Small Airport
Pyramid Unicorn Airport	—	Small Airport
Shelby Auxiliary Field One	—	Small Airport
Smith County Airport	—	Small Airport
Thigpen Field	—	Small Airport
Tullos Field	—	Small Airport
Wells Farm Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Bassfield

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Columbia Police Department
Jefferson Davis County Sheriffs Office	2330 Columbia Avenue
Seminary Police Department	West Main Street
Sumrall Police Department	11 City Hall Avenue

Grocery Stores in Bassfield

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
DOLLAR GENERAL 11094	Other	4291 Highway 42
Family Dollar 10384	Other	4168 Highway 42
Pit Stop Express 3	Convenience Store	4096 Highway 42

Treatment Centers in Bassfield

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
PBMHR Region XII - Covington County Mental Health Center	Both	601-705-1901
PBMHR Region XII - Marion County Office	Both	601-736-6799

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bassfield

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH	31 BARNES AVE
HARVEST MINISTRIES INC	338 RAYNES RD
HOLLIS DAY CREEK M B CHURCH	PO BOX 65
SHORT CHAPEL CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH	54 EBENEZER CHURCH RD
ST PETERS CATHOLIC CHURCH	4135 HWY 42

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bassfield

What is the population of Bassfield?

Bassfield has a population of 211 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 211 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.1 years. The population is 54.5% female and 45.5% male.

Is Bassfield expensive to live in?

Bassfield 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 $30,208, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bassfield safe?

Bassfield is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,504 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bassfield receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bassfield?

Bassfield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Bassfield?

The unemployment rate in Bassfield is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $883. There are 160 business establishments in the area, including 11 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bassfield?

The median home value in Bassfield is $84,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,346. The homeownership rate is 84.7%. The average annual property tax is $2,320.

How are the schools in Bassfield?

Schools in Bassfield have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 23.9% of adults in Bassfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.1% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bassfield?

The obesity rate in Bassfield is 46.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.3% of adults are smokers. 40.1% are physically inactive. 20.9% of residents report depression. 14.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 24.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,711.

What is transportation like in Bassfield?

The average commute in Bassfield is 26 minutes. 79% of workers drive alone to work, 3.2% use public transit, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bassfield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bassfield is 52.1% White, 43.1% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 13.6% of the population are military veterans. 19.8% of residents have a disability. 89.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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