Mendenhall, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Simpson County County
Mendenhall, MS
At a Glance
How Mendenhall Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mendenhall's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mendenhall a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mendenhall residents earn a median household income of $39,911 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,836. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.3% 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 Mendenhall is $102,800 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $145,926. Median rent is $872/month, with 27.8% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Mendenhall reports 188 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 987/100K.
Education
23.3% of adults in Mendenhall hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 82.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mendenhall 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 57.5 inches.