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Mendenhall, MS

Mississippi · Simpson County · Jackson Metro

Mendenhall is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 2,397. Residents earn $39,911 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,397 Population 448/sq mi density
$39,911 Median Income $24,836 per capita
$102,800 Home Value $138,191 Zillow
$872 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
45 Violent Crime/100K 1,504 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$39,911 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,800 home value, $872/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
45 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $39,911
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,800
64% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 45/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $872
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.3%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,397
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density448/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,911
Per Capita$24,836
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty19.3%
County GDP$941M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,800
Rent$872
Ownership66.7%
Zillow$138,191
Housing Units1,132
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

F
Violent45/100K
Property1,504/100K

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured12.8%
Smoking19.6%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation324 ft (99 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score4.20

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute27 min
Broadband66.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Mendenhall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mendenhall receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Mendenhall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mendenhall is $39,911, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 19.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mendenhall is $102,800, 64% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $872 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Mendenhall is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,504 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Mendenhall enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mendenhall has a population of 2,397 with a density of 448 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56% female and 44% male. The city is predominantly White (54%), with 44% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 6.4% of the population are veterans. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,397
Total Population
448
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Mendenhall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mendenhall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mendenhall is $39,911, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $715, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 504 business establishments, including 41 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 0.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mendenhall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,911
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,836
Avg Weekly Wage$715
IRS Avg AGI$51,386
Gini Index0.483 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.3%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$941M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare54
Retail85
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,372
32% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mendenhall is $102,800, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,191, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $872 (25% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,132 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $2,372 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,800
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,191
Median List Price$249,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,900
$/Sq Ft$66
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops60.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$872
25% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.7%
Owner-Occupied66.7%
Renter-Occupied33.3%
Housing Units1,132
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,372
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Mendenhall, 41.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 41.5% have high blood pressure. 19.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.4% report binge drinking. 34.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.7% report depression. 19.7% experience frequent mental distress. 12.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,219. The dentist ratio is 1:2,843. 33.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure41.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.7%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Uninsured12.8%
49% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,219
Dentists1:2,843
Mental Health1:804
Checkup Rate79.7%
Dental Visits7.3%
Premature Death15,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access33.4%
Healthcare Facilities54
Mendenhall has a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,504 per 100,000, 23% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mendenhall receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent44.9/100K
88% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,504.3/100K
23% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents24
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mendenhall enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 306 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 57.5 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 324 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation324 ft (99 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²)
Population Density448/sq mi
Coordinates31.9607°N, 89.8695°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySimpson County County
Nearest AirportJackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International (JAN)
27 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.5"
51% above US avg
Snowfall 0.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.34"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score51.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability76.3 / 100
Community Resilience36.7 / 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 Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jul 16, 1993 2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama M3.7 146 km
Mar 25, 1996 11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi M3.5 115 km
May 3, 2015 7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 69 km
Jun 29, 2015 6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 70 km
May 3, 2015 8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.0 73 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi M3.0 17 km
Aug 9, 2019 Mississippi M2.8 65 km
Aug 17, 2015 9 km N of Madison, Mississippi M2.6 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 280 km
2021 Ida Category 4 175 km
2020 Zeta Category 2 111 km
2020 Sally Category 2 268 km
2017 Nate Category 1 192 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 291 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 267 km
2005 Dennis Category 3 276 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 45 km
2004 Ivan Category 3 215 km
1998 Georges Category 2 177 km
1997 Danny Category 1 255 km
1995 Erin Category 2 271 km
1992 Andrew Category 3 238 km
1988 Florence Category 1 299 km
1985 Elena Category 3 140 km
1985 Juan Category 1 296 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

1,026 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 157 fatalities, 2,675 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 3, 1966 EF5 69 km 58
Apr 19, 2020 EF4 99 km 1
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 56 km 7
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 81 km 4
Feb 10, 2013 EF4 85 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 35 km 7
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 61 km 2
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 35 km 0
Nov 21, 1992 EF4 34 km 12
Feb 28, 1987 EF4 78 km 6
Apr 18, 1978 EF4 51 km 4
Mar 29, 1976 EF4 76 km 0
Mar 29, 1976 EF4 76 km 3
Mar 26, 1976 EF4 25 km 0
Feb 21, 1971 EF4 91 km 13
Dec 2, 1967 EF4 68 km 2
Jun 18, 2023 EF3 55 km 1
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 69 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 73 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 69 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BIEN 75-78 (4,658 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 BIEN 75-78 4,658 48 km
2021 BIENVILLE - CPT 38-39-40 4,545 54 km
2010 CPT 341 4,101 95 km
2018 UNNAMED 4,007 58 km
2007 THICK CREEK 3,960 88 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,956 92 km
2010 COMP 222-223-224 3,745 56 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,547 68 km
2010 CPT 343 3,474 90 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,156 98 km
2021 HOMOCHITTO - BB 7 3,028 93 km
2010 BIEN 1-4 2,983 68 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,935 56 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,912 95 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,802 93 km
2005 UNNAMED 2,777 93 km
2021 BIENVILLE CPT 1-4 2,761 68 km
2022 BIENVILLE CPT 203/205 2,731 63 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,436 64 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,388 56 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 5.5 in
February 49°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) 5.2 in
June 78°F (25°C) 3.9 in
July 84°F (29°C) 5.0 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 4.3 in
September 75°F (24°C) 3.5 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in Driest
November 55°F (13°C) 4.8 in
December 48°F (9°C) 6.3 in Coldest

Mendenhall has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 48°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and October the driest (3.4").

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Mendenhall is located in Simpson County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 23.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 31% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68.1% of the vote, a 36.7-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 54 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents24
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score4.20
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density448/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi
CountySimpson County County

Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Avg Download Speed95.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed67.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants41
Retail Stores85

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home0.6%
Average costs for common services in Mendenhall. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 12 services

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 Simpson County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,030 92 $28,071 1.34
Construction 588 53 $60,664 1.46
Finance & Insurance 287 35 $57,454 0.92
Manufacturing 223 13 $34,932 0.35
Professional & Technical Services 203 38 $52,370 0.38
Other Services 120 36 $41,958 0.52
Transportation & Warehousing 60 16 $61,808 0.18
Utilities 56 9 $65,686 1.92
Real Estate 40 13 $39,939 0.34
Wholesale Trade 32 8 $51,993 0.11
Information & Technology 18 6 $45,601 0.12

Hospitals in Mendenhall

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
SIMPSON GENERAL HOSPITAL CAH Critical Access Hospitals Yes (601) 847-2221

Schools in Mendenhall

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 579 42 13.8:1
MENDENHALL HIGH SCHOOL High 519 32 16.2:1
MENDENHALL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Middle 243 21 11.6:1
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Radio Stations near Mendenhall

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

Campgrounds Near Mendenhall

1 campgrounds found near Mendenhall.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Shockaloe Trail Bc 1 1 Free

National Parks Near Mendenhall

8 national parks and monuments found near Mendenhall.

ParkTypeFee
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

Trails Near Mendenhall

3 trails found near Mendenhall.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
SHONGELO HIKING TRAIL 23.9
SHOCKALOE HORSE TRAIL 22.6
BIENVILLE INTERPRETIVE WALKING 0.6

Museums in Mendenhall

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SIMPSON COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Restaurants in Mendenhall

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Hut
Smokey Mountain Grille & Rib Shack

Gas Stations in Mendenhall

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Breweries in Mendenhall

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Mountain PureBeverages Wholesale & Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Grocers' Wholesale, Soft Drinks Retail,130 Coby Dr6018499910

Nursing Homes in Mendenhall

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
BEDFORD CARE CENTER OF MENDENH
925 WEST MANGUM AVENUE
For profit - Corporation 60 51 4/5 4/5 4/5 6018471311

Pharmacies in Mendenhall

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FRED'S - 2395 3050 SIMPSON HIGHWAY 13 601-847-7272
MCGUFFEE'S DRUGS 102 MAIN STREET NORTH 601-847-2511
SERVICE REXALL DRUGS 167 MAIN STREET NORTH 601-847-2323

Cell Towers in Mendenhall

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
428-A WARREN HILL RD (64171)GTOWER127
PUCKETT CELL SITETOWER125
PUCKETT CELL SITETOWER125
198 SPEIGHTS ROAD (38270)GTOWER117
366 EMMITT BROWN ROAD (38272)GTOWER106
Star/Hwy 49 Cell SiteTOWER106
22 Strause LaneTOWER104
4063 SIMPSON HWY 49 (77174)LTOWER97
Approx. 0.67 miles SSE of the int. of US-49 with SR 28/541TOWER96
Approx. 0.67 miles SSE of the int. of US-49 with SR 28/541TOWER96
Approx. 1500ft. NNE of the int. of US-49 with Campbell Creek Rd.TOWER96
Approx. 1500ft. NNE of the int. of US-49 with Campbell Creek Rd.TOWER96
SCR 503 (87450)GTOWER94
764 James Berry RdTOWER93
764 James Berry RdTOWER93
1198 Goodwater Road (77175)LTOWER84

Fire Stations in Mendenhall

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Mendenhall Fire & Rescue117 N West STVolunteer601-847-1511
Station #7 Fire Department827 Mary Grove Church RdVolunteer601-849-4853

Bridges in Mendenhall

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19654424,000G
CulvertConcrete19654824,000F
CulvertConcrete19614021,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196115610,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196115610,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19402904,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19412804,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19601564,800G
Channel BeamConcrete19921243,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19552003,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19551803,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19551603,300G
Channel BeamConcrete19711262,500F
CulvertConcrete1939302,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19392252,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19841421,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19631821,600F
Channel BeamConcrete1961145680F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193457600F
Channel BeamConcrete2006186500G
Channel BeamConcrete197057200P
CulvertConcrete197439170G
Channel BeamConcrete198976170F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2006541160G
CulvertConcrete200226160G
Channel BeamConcrete1975126150F
Channel BeamConcrete2003143150G
Channel BeamConcrete198357120F
CulvertConcrete201034120G
Channel BeamConcrete198457120P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2001270100G
CulvertConcrete198222100G
CulvertConcrete20034080G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198630080F
Channel BeamConcrete19885760G
Channel BeamConcrete19825760F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202014560G
Tee BeamConcrete19334360F
CulvertConcrete20034050G
Channel BeamConcrete19825750P
Channel BeamConcrete19853850G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201314250G
CulvertConcrete20103950G
Channel BeamConcrete19853840F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200666040G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19973640F

Correctional Facilities in Mendenhall

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
SIMPSON COUNTY ADULT DETENTION CENTER120 CEMETERY STCOUNTY44185OPEN

Airports Near Mendenhall

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal AirportHBGMedium Airport
Hattiesburg Laurel Regional AirportPIBMedium Airport
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International AirportJANMedium Airport
Benton Farms AirportSmall Airport
Brookhaven-Lincoln County AirportSmall Airport
Bruce Campbell FieldDXESmall Airport
Circle Bar Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Clay AirportSmall Airport
Cloud 9 AirportSmall Airport
Columbia-Marion County AirportSmall Airport
Copiah County AirportSmall Airport
Dee's StripSmall Airport
Dogwood Acres AirportSmall Airport
E E Lane AirportSmall Airport
Eagle Crest Estates AirportSmall Airport
Falcon FieldSmall Airport
Flowood Industrial AirportSmall Airport
Freebird AirportSmall Airport
G V Montgomery AirportSmall Airport
Harrell FieldSmall Airport
Hawkins FieldHKSSmall Airport
Hesler Noble FieldLULSmall Airport
James H Easom FieldSmall Airport
Joe Sanford FieldSmall Airport
John Bell Williams AirportSmall Airport
Johns LandingSmall Airport
Jolley FieldSmall Airport
Kaehr AirportSmall Airport
Mach 1 Jet Port AirportSmall Airport
Magee Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Memory Landing AirportSmall Airport
Mississippi Petrified Forest AirportSmall Airport
Mohr Farm AirportSmall Airport
Morgan FieldSmall Airport
Ora AirportSmall Airport
P2 Landing AirportSmall Airport
Pace AirstripSmall Airport
Payne AirportSmall Airport
Prentiss Jefferson Davis County AirportSmall Airport
Providence AirparkSmall Airport
Puff AirparkSmall Airport
Root Hog AirportSmall Airport
Slobovia Outernational AirportSmall Airport
Smith County AirportSmall Airport
Supplejack AirportSmall Airport
Thigpen FieldSmall Airport
Tullos FieldSmall Airport
Union Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Wells Farm AirportSmall Airport
Woodbridge AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Mendenhall

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Ajs Supermarket Llc 0Convenience Store102 W South Ave
Dollar General 30131Other111 Simpson Highway 540
DOLLAR GENERAL 3893Other1751 Simpson Highway 149
Family Dollar 10905Other1736 Simpson Highway 149
Fleetway 157Convenience Store3097 Simpson Highway 13
Hwy 49 ShellConvenience Store3272 Hwy 49
Vowell's Marketplace 6Super Store1786 Simpson Highway 149

Post Offices in Mendenhall

0 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress

DOL Wage Violations in Mendenhall

10 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $111,733 in back wages owed to 144 employees.

10
Violations
$111,733
Back Wages Owed
144
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Simpson County Sheriff Department 39114 1 $51,390 $1,195 43
Mar-Cal Forestry, LLC 39114 1 $39,719 $1,805 22
Simpson County Sheriff's Department 39114 1 $8,703 $791 11
V & W Delivery Services 39114 1 $4,891 $175 28
Barnard & Sons Construction, LLC 39114 1 $2,040 $510 4
Forestry Solutions, LLC 39114 2 $1,418 $59 24
Shell Gas Station 39114 1 $1,304 $652 2
Shining Star Child Care 39114 1 $964 $964 1
Vowell's Market Place 39114 1 $926 $132 7
Cefco Inc. 39114 1 $378 $189 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mendenhall

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ANGEL WINGS OUT-REACH CENTERPO BOX 787
CHURCH OF MENDENHALL INCPO BOX 85
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH301 EAST ST
HIS HOLY WORD MINISTRIES FLORIDAPO BOX 744
LAMB OF GOD COMMUNITY INC120 CIRCULAR DR
MENDENHALL MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 368
NEW JERUSALEM APOSTOLIC CHURCH2626 SIMPSON HIGHWAY 49
ONE TEN VISION141 BLACKWELL RD
RIALS CREEK CHURCH185 RIALS CREEK RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mendenhall

What is the population of Mendenhall?

Mendenhall has a population of 2,397 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 448 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56% female and 44% male.

Is Mendenhall expensive to live in?

Mendenhall 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 $39,911, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $102,800 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $872 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mendenhall safe?

Mendenhall is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,504 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Mendenhall receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mendenhall?

Mendenhall enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Mendenhall?

The job market in Mendenhall is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $715. There are 504 business establishments in the area, including 41 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 0.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mendenhall?

The median home value in Mendenhall is $102,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,191. For renters, the median monthly rent is $872. Fair market rent is $782 for a 1-bedroom and $924 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.7%. The average annual property tax is $2,372.

How are the schools in Mendenhall?

Schools in Mendenhall have an average test score of 4.2 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 23.3% of adults in Mendenhall hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mendenhall?

The obesity rate in Mendenhall is 41.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.6% of adults are smokers. 34.8% are physically inactive. 21.7% of residents report depression. 12.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 33.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,219.

What is transportation like in Mendenhall?

The average commute in Mendenhall is 27 minutes. 77.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mendenhall?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mendenhall is 54% White, 44% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 23.9% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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