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Grenada, MS
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Grenada, MS
At a Glance
How Grenada Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grenada's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grenada a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grenada residents earn a median household income of $42,470 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,691. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 598 business establishments, including 53 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grenada is $152,100 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $133,355. Median rent is $799/month, with 29.7% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Grenada reports 362 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,170/100K.
Education
26.8% of adults in Grenada hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 85.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grenada 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 299 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.