Georgetown, MS

Mississippi · Copiah County · Jackson Metro

Georgetown is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 281. Residents earn $21,696 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0

D Poor

281 Population 419/sq mi density

$21,696 Median Income $21,047 per capita

$131,300 Home Value $129,493 Zillow

$357 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent

66°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr

23 Violent Crime/100K 603 property/100K

Overall

1.9 / 5.0

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

Economy

2.2 / 5.0

$21,696 median income, 0.0% unemployment

Affordability

3.3 / 5.0

$131,300 home value, $357/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

23 violent crimes/100K (94% below avg)

Education

1.3 / 5.0

4.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $21,696

71% lower than US avg

Home Value $131,300

53% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 23/100K

94% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 4.1%

88% lower than US avg

Median Rent $357

69% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.7%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 32.1%

159% higher than US avg

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

People

Population281

Median Age41.2 yrs

Density419/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 36%

Veterans5.9%

Economy

Median Income$21,696

Per Capita$21,047

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty32.1%

County GDP$949M

Commute37 min

Housing

Home Value$131,300

Rent$357

Ownership52.0%

Zillow$129,493

Housing Units148

Rent Burden29.3%

Crime

Violent23/100K

Property603/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%

Uninsured11.1%

Smoking16.0%

Depression19.3%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain62.5 in/yr

Sunny Days313/yr

Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.1%

High School+55.3%

Graduate+1.1%

School Score3.59

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%

Commute37 min

Broadband76.0%

EV Stations1

Libraries4

Is Georgetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Georgetown receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Georgetown faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Georgetown is $21,696, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Georgetown is $131,300, 53% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $357 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Georgetown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 23 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 603 per 100,000, 69% below the national average.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.3% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.6/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Georgetown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°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 62.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Georgetown has a population of 281 with a density of 419 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.3% female and 53.7% male. The city is predominantly Black (52%), with 36.3% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.7% of residents, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 5.9% of the population are veterans. 16.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 73.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

281

Total Population

419

People / sq mi

41.2yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%

Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Georgetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.7%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.3%

53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Georgetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Georgetown is $21,696, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,047 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $788, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 483 business establishments, including 42 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Georgetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$21,696
	71% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,047
Avg Weekly Wage	$788
IRS Avg AGI	$48,619
Gini Index	0.535 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	32.1%
	159% above US avg
Establishments (County)	483
County GDP	$949M

Business (County)

Restaurants	42
Healthcare	50
Retail	85
Manufacturing	16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,389
	32% below US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	36.7 min
Drive Alone	92.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Georgetown is $131,300, 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,493. Monthly rent averages $357 (69% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 52.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 148 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $2,389 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 29.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$131,300
	53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$129,493

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$357
	69% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	52.0%
Owner-Occupied	52.0%
Renter-Occupied	48.0%
Housing Units	148
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,389
	32% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.82%

In Georgetown, 38.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 40.5% have high blood pressure. 16.0% are current smokers. 14.8% report binge drinking. 31.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.3% report depression. 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 11.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,999. The dentist ratio is 1:2,310. 56.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.7%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	12.8%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	40.5%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	6.2%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.0%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.8%
Physical Inactivity	31.2%
Depression	19.3%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	73.6%
Uninsured	11.1%
	29% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,999
Dentists	1:2,310
Mental Health	1:1,456
Checkup Rate	80.2%
Dental Visits	10.7%
Premature Death	15,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	56.6%
Healthcare Facilities	50

Georgetown has a violent crime rate of 23 per 100,000 residents, 94% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 603 per 100,000, 69% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Georgetown receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	23.2/100K
	94% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	603.3/100K
	69% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	11
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Georgetown enjoys a temperate climate with 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 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 62.5 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 236 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	65.5°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	47°F (9°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	236 ft (72 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density	419/sq mi
Coordinates	31.8701°N, 90.1648°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Copiah County County
Nearest Airport	Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International (JAN) 31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.5"

65% above US avg

Snowfall 0.7"

Wettest Month (Mar) 6.30"

Driest Month (Sep) 3.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	61.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	89.1 / 100
Community Resilience	27.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

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

Mar 25, 1996	11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi	M3.5	144 km
May 3, 2015	7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi	M3.2	77 km
Jun 29, 2015	6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi	M3.2	77 km
Aug 2, 2010	16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana	M3.0	134 km
May 3, 2015	8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi	M3.0	79 km
Mar 15, 2025	5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi	M3.0	44 km
Aug 9, 2019	Mississippi	M2.8	74 km
Aug 17, 2015	9 km N of Madison, Mississippi	M2.6	75 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 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Francine	Category 2	262 km
2021	Ida	Category 4	154 km
2020	Laura	Category 4	277 km
2020	Zeta	Category 3	131 km
2020	Sally	Category 2	288 km
2017	Nate	Category 1	198 km
2012	Isaac	Category 1	277 km
2008	Gustav	Category 2	240 km
2005	Dennis	Category 3	297 km
2005	Katrina	Category 3	72 km
2005	Cindy	Category 1	297 km
2004	Ivan	Category 3	239 km
2002	Lili	Category 1	291 km
1998	Georges	Category 2	186 km
1997	Danny	Category 1	266 km
1995	Erin	Category 1	290 km
1992	Andrew	Category 4	211 km
1988	Florence	Category 1	295 km
1985	Elena	Category 3	135 km
1985	Juan	Category 1	275 km

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

Tornado History

1,015 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 226 fatalities, 3,297 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Mar 3, 1966	EF5	50 km	58
Dec 5, 1953	EF5	86 km	38
Apr 19, 2020	EF4	91 km	1
Apr 12, 2020	EF4	59 km	7
Apr 12, 2020	EF4	66 km	4
Feb 10, 2013	EF4	93 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	65 km	7
Nov 24, 2001	EF4	62 km	2
Nov 22, 1992	EF4	61 km	0
Nov 21, 1992	EF4	13 km	12
Feb 28, 1987	EF4	96 km	6
Apr 18, 1978	EF4	36 km	4
Mar 29, 1976	EF4	79 km	3
Mar 29, 1976	EF4	47 km	0
Mar 26, 1976	EF4	17 km	0
Jan 10, 1975	EF4	84 km	9
Feb 21, 1971	EF4	74 km	13
Jan 23, 1969	EF4	86 km	32
Dec 2, 1967	EF4	93 km	2
Dec 28, 2024	EF3	86 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,768 ac, 2013).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2013	UNNAMED	4,768	96 km
2014	BIEN 75-78	4,658	76 km
2021	BIENVILLE - CPT 38-39-40	4,545	78 km
2022	HOMOCHITTO BB51	4,411	94 km
2018	UNNAMED	4,007	82 km
2007	THICK CREEK	3,960	91 km
2010	HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 18	3,826	85 km
2010	COMP 222-223-224	3,745	82 km
2010	HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 25	3,676	94 km
2017	UNNAMED	3,547	89 km
2021	HOMOCHITTO - BB 7	3,028	64 km
2010	BIEN 1-4	2,983	89 km
2017	UNNAMED	2,935	82 km
2016	UNNAMED	2,802	64 km
2021	BIENVILLE CPT 1-4	2,761	89 km
2022	BIENVILLE CPT 203/205	2,731	93 km
2022	HOMOCHITTO BB24	2,458	96 km
2014	UNNAMED	2,444	74 km
2019	UNNAMED	2,436	86 km
2010	HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 48	2,394	97 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	47°F (9°C)	5.6 in	Coldest
February	50°F (10°C)	5.4 in
March	57°F (14°C)	6.3 in	Wettest
April	64°F (18°C)	5.6 in
May	71°F (22°C)	5.4 in
June	78°F (25°C)	3.9 in
July	82°F (28°C)	4.8 in	Warmest
August	80°F (27°C)	4.1 in
September	75°F (24°C)	3.5 in	Driest
October	64°F (18°C)	3.5 in
November	55°F (13°C)	4.8 in
December	49°F (9°C)	6.3 in

Georgetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and September the driest (3.5").

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Georgetown is located in Copiah County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 4.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 55.3% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.6 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 52.6% of the vote, a 6.1-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 50 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 92.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.6%

D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 6.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	11
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.1%
	88% below US avg
High School+	55.3%
Graduate Degree+	1.1%
School Test Score	3.59

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	419/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi
County	Copiah County County

Services

Broadband Access	76.0%
Avg Download Speed	25.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	2.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	50
Restaurants	42
Retail Stores	85

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	36.7 min
Drive Alone	92.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Average costs for common services in Georgetown. 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	$660
Toddler	$615
Preschool	$563
Family Childcare (monthly)

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Copiah County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,444	20	$51,963	2.73
Retail Trade	828	94	$28,799	1.29
Accommodation & Food Services	557	44	$15,717	0.95
Health Care & Social Assistance	538	47	$36,326	0.58
Construction	244	39	$58,976	0.72
Educational Services	240	5	$31,477	1.80
Transportation & Warehousing	174	21	$43,233	0.64
Agriculture & Forestry	172	10	$51,449	3.30
Wholesale Trade	107	12	$28,092	0.42
Other Services	106	32	$50,663	0.55
Finance & Insurance	93	33	$42,426	0.36
Mining & Oil/Gas	63	10	$59,568	2.59
Real Estate	23	9	$37,507	0.23
Utilities	18	5	$78,733	0.74
Information & Technology	12	4	$37,459	0.10
Arts & Entertainment	9	3	$17,256	0.08

Schools in Georgetown

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
SIMPSON CENTRAL SCHOOL	Elementary	433	34	12.7:1

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Radio Stations near Georgetown

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
95.5 Hallelujah FM	gospel	AAC
WMTC 99.9 FM Mountain Gospel Jackson, KY	bible, christian	AAC 32 kbps
Miss 103	country	AAC
103.9 WYAB	news, talk	MP3 48 kbps

National Parks Near Georgetown

8 national parks and monuments found near Georgetown.

Park	Type	Fee
Golden Memorial 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
Vicksburg National Military Park	National Military Park	$20

Historical Trends — Georgetown

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	276	$25,000
2015	276	$33,750
2017	274	$41,250
2019	270	$31,500
2021	254	$25,179
2023	247	$21,696

Museums in Georgetown

Name	Type	Phone	Annual Revenue
MISSISSIPPI MUSIC HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	6018945601	$26,483
COPIAH COUNTY HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROBERT JOHNSON BLUES FNDTN	GENERAL MUSEUM	6018927883

Libraries in Georgetown

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
COPIAH-JEFFERSON REGIONAL LIBRARY	223 SOUTH EXTENSION STREET	0.0	102,585

Farmers Markets in Georgetown

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Copiah County Farmers Market		05/01/2014 to 10/01/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Crystal Springs Farmers Market	West Railroad Ave	06/29/2013 to 06/29/2013	Sun: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit

Cell Towers in Georgetown

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
408 Country Estates Road (104848)	LTOWER	120
198 SPEIGHTS ROAD (38270)	GTOWER	117
2898 Old Highway 51, NE	TOWER	107
2898 Old Highway 51, NE	TOWER	107
Star/Hwy 49 Cell Site	TOWER	106
112 NORTH CARLISLE STREET (77178)	LTOWER	98
Approximately 700ft. north of the intersection of SR27 with SR28	TOWER	96
Approximately 700ft. north of the intersection of SR27 with SR28	TOWER	96
Approx. 1400ft. west of US Highway 51; approx. 1.8 miles NNE of Gallman	TOWER	96
Approx. 1400ft. west of US Highway 51; approx. 1.8 miles NNE of Gallman	TOWER	96
(Crystal Springs site) 20659 Midway Road (030393)	TOWER	96
(Crystal Springs site) 20659 Midway Road (030393)	TOWER	96
17130 Midway Road (112636)	LTOWER	95

Fire Stations in Georgetown

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Harrisville Volunteer Fire Department	1759 Simpson Highway 469	Mostly volunteer			601-847-0712

Bridges in Georgetown

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete	1952	100	2,800	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1940	555	2,800	F
Culvert	Concrete	1958	26	2,400	G
Culvert	Concrete	1958	45	2,400	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1958	200	2,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	120	2,200	F
Culvert	Concrete	1948	35	2,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1952	310	2,200	F
Culvert	Concrete	1951	23	2,200	G
Culvert	Concrete	1973	36	2,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	340	2,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1984	200	1,200	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1964	107	660	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1983	340	550	F
Culvert	Concrete	1975	22	460	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1976	102	460	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1994	69	460	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2005	76	400	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2004	81	340	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1957	126	340	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1966	160	330	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	120	310	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1983	1,345	270	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2021	57	260	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1986	520	250	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2004	840	240	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2009	57	240	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	160	210	G
Culvert	Concrete	1973	26	210	F
Culvert	Concrete	1972	26	210	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1962	106	150	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1981	76	150	F
Culvert	Concrete	2002	39	150	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1975	57	120	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1975	57	110	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2018	57	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1992	200	100	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2019	57	100	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2007	76	80	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2007	57	80	F
Culvert	Concrete	1968	31	80	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1995	260	80	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2000	95	80	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2012	93	80	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2019	57	80	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2019	57	80	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2006	57	60	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2012	93	60	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2019	57	60	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2015	107	60	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2017	57	60	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2008	57	60	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2005	57	50	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1998	140	40	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2003	186	40	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1998	69	40	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2015	45	10	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	1994	133	10	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2016	142	5	G

Amtrak Stations in Georgetown

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Hazlehurst, MS	North Ragsdale Avenue and East Conway Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Georgetown

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
GEORGIA PACIFIC MONTICELLO LLC	604 N A SANDIFER HWAY	LAWRENCE

Airports Near Georgetown

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport	JAN	Medium Airport
McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field	MCB	Medium Airport
Beets Airport	—	Small Airport
Benton Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Brookhaven-Lincoln County Airport	—	Small Airport
Browns Landing	—	Small Airport
Bruce Campbell Field	DXE	Small Airport
Circle Bar Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Clay Airport	—	Small Airport
Cloud 9 Airport	—	Small Airport
Columbia-Marion County Airport	—	Small Airport
Copiah County Airport	—	Small Airport
Dee's Strip	—	Small Airport
Dixon Airport	—	Small Airport
Dogwood Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
E E Lane Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Crest Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Falcon Field	—	Small Airport
Flowood Industrial Airport	—	Small Airport
Freebird Airport	—	Small Airport
G V Montgomery Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrell Field	—	Small Airport
Hawkins Field	HKS	Small Airport
Joe Sanford Field	—	Small Airport
John Bell Williams Airport	—	Small Airport
Johns Landing	—	Small Airport
Jolley Field	—	Small Airport
Kaehr Airport	—	Small Airport
Mach 1 Jet Port Airport	—	Small Airport
Magee Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Mc Gehee Air Park	—	Small Airport
Memory Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Mississippi Petrified Forest Airport	—	Small Airport
Mohr Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Ora Airport	—	Small Airport
P2 Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Pace Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Paul Pittman Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Payne Airport	—	Small Airport
Porter Airport	—	Small Airport
Prentiss Jefferson Davis County Airport	—	Small Airport
Puff Airpark	—	Small Airport
Pyramid Unicorn Airport	—	Small Airport
Root Hog Airport	—	Small Airport
Slobovia Outernational Airport	—	Small Airport
Smith County Airport	—	Small Airport
Tullos Field	—	Small Airport
Valley of The Moon Airport	—	Small Airport
Wells Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Whitaker Airport	—	Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Georgetown

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 11966	Other	10157 Highway 27

Treatment Centers in Georgetown

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Region 8 Mental Health Services - A and D Female Residential Trt Center	Substance Abuse	601-894-6370
Region 8 Mental Health Services - Copiah County Office	Both	601-894-2018

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Frequently Asked Questions About Georgetown

What is the population of Georgetown?

Georgetown has a population of 281 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 419 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.3% female and 53.7% male.

Is Georgetown expensive to live in?

Georgetown 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 $21,696, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $131,300 (53% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $357 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Georgetown safe?

Georgetown is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 23 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 603 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Georgetown receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Georgetown?

Georgetown enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°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 62.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Georgetown?

The job market in Georgetown is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $788. There are 483 business establishments in the area, including 42 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Georgetown?

The median home value in Georgetown is $131,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,493. For renters, the median monthly rent is $357. Fair market rent is $782 for a 1-bedroom and $924 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 52.0%. The average annual property tax is $2,389.

How are the schools in Georgetown?

Schools in Georgetown have an average test score of 3.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 4.1% of adults in Georgetown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.3% have completed high school. 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Georgetown?

The obesity rate in Georgetown is 38.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.0% of adults are smokers. 31.2% are physically inactive. 19.3% of residents report depression. 11.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 56.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,999.

What is transportation like in Georgetown?

The average commute in Georgetown is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Georgetown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Georgetown is 36.3% White, 52% Black or African American. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 5.9% of the population are military veterans. 16.7% of residents have a disability. 73.6% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Hazlehurst, MS 3,547 pop · 13.4 mi Crystal Springs, MS 4,766 pop · 13.9 mi Wesson, MS 2,346 pop · 17.9 mi Terry, MS 1,809 pop · 17.9 mi Mendenhall, MS 2,397 pop · 18.4 mi Florence, MS 4,647 pop · 19.9 mi Cleary, MS 2,060 pop · 20.0 mi Monticello, MS 1,277 pop · 22.1 mi Byram, MS 12,847 pop · 23.4 mi Richland, MS 7,250 pop · 24.9 mi Magee, MS 3,977 pop · 25.3 mi Prentiss, MS 1,048 pop · 25.3 mi Robinhood, MS 1,304 pop · 25.6 mi Brookhaven, MS 11,656 pop · 25.9 mi

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