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Bay Springs, MS
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Bay Springs, MS
At a Glance
How Bay Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bay Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bay Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bay Springs residents earn a median household income of $49,183 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,094. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,434 business establishments, including 134 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bay Springs is $147,600 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $130,484. Median rent is $482/month, with 24.2% 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 1985.
Safety & Crime
Bay Springs reports 273 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 28% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,633/100K.
Education
17.6% of adults in Bay Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bay Springs has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.