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Moss Point, MS
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Moss Point, MS
At a Glance
How Moss Point Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Moss Point's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Moss Point a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Moss Point residents earn a median household income of $46,684 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,228. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,762 business establishments, including 293 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Moss Point is $107,700 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $146,990. Median rent is $1,043/month, with 30.1% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Moss Point reports 531 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,626/100K.
Education
15.2% of adults in Moss Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 85.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Moss Point has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.