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Blue Springs, MS

Mississippi · Lee County

Blue Springs is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 271. Residents earn $60,156 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
271 Population 60/sq mi density
$60,156 Median Income $32,600 per capita
$170,000 Home Value $191,940 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 40.6% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
50 Violent Crime/100K 1,670 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$60,156 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,000 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
50 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,156
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,000
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 50/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population271
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,156
Per Capita$32,600
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$6,477M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,000
Rent$950
Ownership69.7%
Zillow$191,940
Housing Units158
Rent Burden40.6%

Crime

F
Violent50/100K
Property1,670/100K

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking20.1%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Blue Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Blue Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blue Springs is $60,156, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blue Springs is $170,000, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Blue Springs is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,670 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Blue Springs has a population of 271 with a density of 60 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (80.8%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 13.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 6.8% of the population are veterans. 11.2% of residents have a disability. 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

271
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Springs 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

Blue Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Springs is $60,156, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $984, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,687 business establishments, including 275 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 6.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Blue Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,156
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,600
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$70,452
Gini Index0.462 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,687
County GDP$6,477M

Business (County)

Restaurants275
Healthcare338
Retail503
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,258
22% above US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Springs is $170,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,940, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 158 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $4,258 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 40.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,000
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,940

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden40.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.7%
Owner-Occupied69.7%
Renter-Occupied30.3%
Housing Units158
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,258
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Blue Springs, 41.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 38.8% have high blood pressure. 20.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.0% report binge drinking. 32.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.7% experience frequent mental distress. 12.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:846. The dentist ratio is 1:1,338. 54.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Blue Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Primary Care1:846
Dentists1:1,338
Mental Health1:117
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits10.3%
Premature Death12,357/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities338
Blue Springs has a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,670 per 100,000, 15% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 13 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Blue Springs receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent49.9/100K
87% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,670.4/100K
15% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Traffic Accidents26
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Blue Springs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 301 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 57.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates34.3928°N, 88.8833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLee County County
Nearest AirportTupelo Regional (TUP)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.7"
52% above US avg
Snowfall 1.5"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.18"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.23"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0454 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score81.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability62.1 / 100
Community Resilience63.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 25, 2020.

Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 110 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 113 km
May 10, 2008 1 km SSE of Sherman, Mississippi M3.1 7 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 114 km
May 28, 2000 13 km S of Winfield, Alabama M3.0 117 km
May 28, 2000 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama M3.0 125 km
Jan 5, 2012 11 km NW of Oakman, Alabama M2.9 146 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km NNW of Berry, Alabama M2.9 140 km
Aug 11, 2002 8 km ESE of Darling, Mississippi M2.8 119 km
Feb 25, 1999 10 km NE of Oakland, Mississippi M2.8 94 km
Mar 11, 2006 17 km E of Olivet, Tennessee M2.7 120 km
Jan 15, 2016 8 km ENE of Natural Bridge, Alabama M2.6 129 km
Jul 31, 1999 3 km SSW of Moulton, Alabama M2.6 144 km
Jul 31, 1999 5 km SW of Moulton, Alabama M2.6 143 km
Feb 10, 2002 5 km NNE of Glen Allen, Alabama M2.6 117 km
Feb 8, 2020 13 km S of Moulton, Alabama M2.5 147 km
Mar 28, 1990 10 km WNW of Hatton, Alabama M2.5 127 km
Mar 28, 1990 10 km WNW of Hatton, Alabama M2.5 127 km
Oct 18, 2003 15 km SSE of Fayette, Alabama M2.5 139 km
Jun 14, 1996 6 km E of Saltillo, Tennessee M2.5 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Katrina (2005, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Katrina Category 1 281 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

459 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 265 fatalities, 1,751 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 75 km 72
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 56 km 23
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 93 km 28
Dec 23, 2015 EF4 79 km 9
Apr 19, 1970 EF4 38 km 4
Apr 29, 1963 EF4 34 km 3
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 98 km 38
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 90 km 16
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 85 km 9
Mar 24, 2023 EF3 61 km 2
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 19 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 96 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 86 km 4
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 66 km 0
May 2, 2010 EF3 53 km 3
May 8, 2008 EF3 17 km 0
Feb 5, 2008 EF3 59 km 0
Jan 10, 2008 EF3 94 km 0
Feb 24, 2001 EF3 59 km 6
Jan 3, 2000 EF3 66 km 0
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 45 km
2014 C-55 CHILLI LAKE 3,555 40 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,152 56 km
2014 C-39 EAST CHEWALLA 3,107 56 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,031 39 km
2022 HOLLY SPRINGS BB 119/90/88 2,955 49 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,848 53 km
2006 WITCHDCE W 2,846 51 km
2014 C-84 BAGLEY BOTTOMS 2,766 50 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,645 44 km
2013 MIDWAY CEM PRESCRIBED BURN 2,513 47 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,376 94 km
2007 WITCHDANCE EAST 2,285 51 km
2013 PUSKUS LAKE 2,271 43 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,248 43 km
2021 TOMBIGBEE CPT - 18/19/23/24 2,201 51 km
2022 HOLLY SPRINGS BB 51/52/53 2,182 39 km
2010 COMP 42 2,142 52 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,073 49 km
2022 HOLLY SPRINGS BB10 11 12 14 1,977 54 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 5.0 in
February 44°F (7°C) 4.8 in
March 53°F (12°C) 6.2 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 5.5 in
May 69°F (20°C) 5.7 in
June 76°F (24°C) 4.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 3.2 in Driest
September 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
November 51°F (11°C) 5.4 in
December 43°F (6°C) 6.0 in Coldest

Blue Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 43°F in December to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and August the driest (3.2").

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Blue Springs is located in Lee County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 20.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68.9% of the vote, a 38.8-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 338 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Traffic Accidents26
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyLee County County

Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Avg Download Speed46.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities338
Restaurants275
Retail Stores503

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%
Average costs for common services in Blue Springs. 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)
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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)
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)
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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)
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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$495
Toddler$451
Preschool$451
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lee County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 10,103 154 $53,818 2.34
Health Care & Social Assistance 9,399 344 $70,134 1.25
Retail Trade 6,931 523 $33,716 1.32
Accommodation & Food Services 4,800 264 $19,352 1.00
Administrative & Waste Services 3,737 127 $34,560 1.21
Finance & Insurance 1,831 173 $95,091 0.86
Wholesale Trade 1,812 157 $63,178 0.88
Transportation & Warehousing 1,754 122 $54,283 0.79
Professional & Technical Services 1,736 210 $69,521 0.48
Construction 1,402 152 $56,424 0.51
Other Services 936 156 $46,296 0.59
Management of Companies 772 16 $79,905 0.87
Information & Technology 724 24 $54,802 0.74
Real Estate 473 112 $46,151 0.58
Arts & Entertainment 348 27 $17,838 0.39
Utilities 206 9 $77,613 1.03
Educational Services 163 20 $31,825 0.15
Agriculture & Forestry 93 13 $35,528 0.22

Schools in Blue Springs

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EAST UNION ATTENDANCE CENTER Other 963 63 15.3:1
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Radio Stations near Blue Springs

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Blue Springs

8 campgrounds found near Blue Springs.

National Parks Near Blue Springs

18 national parks and monuments found near Blue Springs.

ParkTypeFee
Big Hill Pond State Park Free
Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site National Battlefield Site Free
Chickasaw State Park Free
George P. Cossar State Park State Park Free
Hugh White State Park State Park Free
J.P. Coleman State Park State Park Free
John W. Kyle State Park State Park Free
Lake Lowndes State Park State Park Free
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Natchez Trace Parkway Parkway Free
Pickwick Landing State Park Free
Pickwick Landing State Park State Park Free
Shiloh National Military Park National Military Park 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 Blue Springs

8 trails found near Blue Springs.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
WITCHDANCE TRAIL 22.7
CHICKASAW ATV TRAIL 11.7
NORTH CYPRESS NON MOTORIZED TR 3.3
PROPOSED CHEWALLA TRAIL 2.4
CHEWALLA LAKE TRAIL 1.8
DAVIS LAKE HIKING TRAIL 0.3
PUSKUS LAKE EAST SPUR 0.3
PUSKUS LAKE TRAIL WEST SPUR 0.0

Museums in Blue Springs

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GUM TREE MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM$155,079
UNION COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION114 CLEVELAND STREET6625380014$150,451
PONTOTOC COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$90,572
BRICE'S CROSSROADS NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6626804027$63,696
HEALTHWORKS! NORTH MISSISSIPPICHILDREN'S MUSEUM219 INDUSTRIAL ROAD6623775437
MISSISSIPPI 8TH AIR FORCE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6628407560
NORTHEAST MISSISSIPPI HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OREN DUNN CITY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM689 RUTHERFORD RD6628416438
TUPELO AUTO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1 OTIS BOULEVARD6628424242
TUPELO HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 31156624017891

Libraries in Blue Springs

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LEE-ITAWAMBA LIBRARY SYSTEM219 N. MADISON STREET0.0262,170
DIXIE REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM111 NORTH MAIN STREET0.0188,699
UNION COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM219 KING STREET0.061,175

Farmers Markets in Blue Springs

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Biscuits and Jam Farmers' MarketBankhead St and Main St06/04/2016 to 08/27/2016Sat: 7:30 AM-10:30 PM;
Tupelo Farmers' Depot415 South Spring Street05/01/2018 to 10/27/2018Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Thu: 6:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 6:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Cell Towers in Blue Springs

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
560 DILLARD RDTOWER152
1106 Lot 2 County Rd 85 (New Albany - 120001453)TOWER119
195 MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVETOWER112
254 Old Monroe Road (112645 )GTOWER96
Springville 440 North Gilmore RoadTOWER68

Fire Stations in Blue Springs

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Alpine Volunteer Fire Department1888 County RD 171Volunteer662-869-0779
Center Volunteer Fire Department1710 CR 121Volunteer100-100-1000
East Union Volunteer Fire Department1599 HWY 9 S Lot 1Volunteer662-538-3952
Southeast Union County Rural Fire Department, Inc1004 County Road 274Volunteer662-322-5570

Bridges in Blue Springs

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19793328,000G
CulvertConcrete19792928,000G
CulvertConcrete19762428,000F
CulvertConcrete19792628,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197921414,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197921414,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous197823014,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous197823014,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1964802,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1988922,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19881022,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19932021,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19381001,800P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1938901,800F
CulvertConcrete1976211,700F
CulvertConcrete2011241,700F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous1978429230G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1979324220G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1979421220G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1991280200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2011230160G
Channel BeamConcrete200169150F
CulvertConcrete200521130G
Channel BeamConcrete2013120120G
CulvertConcrete199729110F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197471100F
CulvertConcrete196828100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2016102100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2004180100G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19786375F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199714075G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200920075G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20124070F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19915750F
CulvertConcrete20002550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20128050F

Airports Near Blue Springs

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Columbus Air Force BaseCBMMedium Airport
Tupelo Regional AirportTUPMedium Airport
University Oxford AirportUOXMedium Airport
Ball AirportSmall Airport
Booneville-Baldwyn AirportSmall Airport
Calhoun County AirportSmall Airport
Dilworth AirportSmall Airport
Flying D AirportSmall Airport
Godspeed AirparkSmall Airport
Hanlon AirportSmall Airport
Hasting AirparkSmall Airport
Hawks Nest AirportSmall Airport
Holly Springs Marshall County AirportSmall Airport
Houston Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Howard's AirfieldSmall Airport
Inmon FieldSmall Airport
Iuka AirportSmall Airport
Jeter FieldSmall Airport
John Farese AirparkSmall Airport
Kimmel Land & Cattle AirportSmall Airport
Maloney AirportSmall Airport
Monroe County AirportSmall Airport
New Albany Union County AirportSmall Airport
Okolona Municipal Airport Richard Stovall FieldSmall Airport
Pontotoc County AirportSmall Airport
Ripley AirportSmall Airport
Roscoe Turner AirportCRXSmall Airport
Rye FieldSmall Airport
Schloss Adlers AirportSmall Airport
Shenandoah Valley Farms AirportSmall Airport
Spearman FieldSmall Airport
St. Somewhere AirportSmall Airport
Thomas FieldSmall Airport
Tishomingo County AirportSmall Airport
Wade FieldSmall Airport
Wilson FieldSmall Airport
Wolf River AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Blue Springs

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Saltillo Police Department
Tupelo Police Department400 North Front Street

Grocery Stores in Blue Springs

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Blue Springs Grocery & GrillConvenience Store1186 Highway 9 S
Dollar General 21924Other2084 Highway 348

Treatment Centers in Blue Springs

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Lifecore Health GroupBoth662-640-4595
Lifecore Region III MHC - Pontotoc CountyBoth662-509-9300
Region III Chem DependencySubstance Abuse662-304-3017

Churches & Religious Organizations in Blue Springs

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CROWNS OF LIGHT MINISTRIES1775 HIGHWAY 178 E

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Springs

What is the population of Blue Springs?

Blue Springs has a population of 271 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Blue Springs expensive to live in?

Blue Springs 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 $60,156, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $170,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Blue Springs safe?

Blue Springs is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,670 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Blue Springs receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Blue Springs?

Blue Springs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.7 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Blue Springs?

Blue Springs has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $984. There are 2,687 business establishments in the area, including 275 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 6.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Blue Springs?

The median home value in Blue Springs is $170,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,940. For renters, the median monthly rent is $950. Fair market rent is $782 for a 1-bedroom and $924 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.7%. The average annual property tax is $4,258.

How are the schools in Blue Springs?

Schools in Blue Springs score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.3% of adults in Blue Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Blue Springs?

The obesity rate in Blue Springs is 41.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.1% of adults are smokers. 32.6% are physically inactive. 23.7% of residents report depression. 12.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 54.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:846.

What is transportation like in Blue Springs?

The average commute in Blue Springs is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Blue Springs?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Blue Springs is 80.8% White, 13.7% Black or African American, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 11.2% of residents have a disability. 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

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