Magee, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Simpson County County
Magee, MS
At a Glance
How Magee Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Magee's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Magee a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Magee residents earn a median household income of $43,250 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,519. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 504 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Magee is $122,700 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $172,692. Median rent is $740/month, with 30.2% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Magee reports 562 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,300/100K.
Education
12.1% of adults in Magee hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 74.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Magee has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches.