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Heidelberg, MS
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Heidelberg, MS
At a Glance
How Heidelberg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Heidelberg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Heidelberg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Heidelberg residents earn a median household income of $52,722 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,383. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 393 business establishments, including 32 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Heidelberg is $79,400 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $116,229. Median rent is $1,051/month, with 23.5% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Heidelberg reports 273 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 28% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,633/100K.
Education
11.1% of adults in Heidelberg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Heidelberg has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.