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Cruger, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Holmes County County
Cruger, MS
At a Glance
How Cruger Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cruger's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cruger a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cruger residents earn a median household income of $30,313 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,470. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 34.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 288 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cruger is $74,200 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $108,306. Median rent is $933/month, with 43.6% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Cruger reports 1,238 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 226% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,214/100K.
Education
18.5% of adults in Cruger hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 81.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 2.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cruger has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.