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Big Creek, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Calhoun County County
Big Creek, MS
At a Glance
How Big Creek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Big Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Big Creek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Big Creek residents earn a median household income of $41,250 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,343. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 39.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 270 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Big Creek is $79,400 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $132,016. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Big Creek reports 136 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,564/100K.
Education
8.3% of adults in Big Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 82.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Big Creek has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.