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Oak Grove, MS

Mississippi · Lamar County · Hattiesburg Metro

Oak Grove is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 2,200. Residents earn $105,069 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,200 Population 1,760/sq mi density
$105,069 Median Income $33,411 per capita
$239,600 Home Value $218,065 Zillow
$1,482 Median Rent 19.9% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
261 Violent Crime/100K 5,758 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$105,069 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$239,600 home value, $1,482/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
261 violent crimes/100K (31% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
66.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $105,069
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $239,600
15% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 261/100K
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 66.8%
98% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,482
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,200
Median Age26.4 yrs
Density1,760/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 43%
Veterans0.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,069
Per Capita$33,411
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,777M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$239,600
Rent$1,482
Ownership58.7%
Zillow$218,065
Housing Units636
Rent Burden19.9%

Crime

F
Violent261/100K
Property5,758/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking11.0%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain64.4 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation399 ft (122 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+66.8%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+22.5%
School Score5.63

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations16
Libraries4

Is Oak Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oak Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Oak Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oak Grove is $105,069, which is significantly higher than the national average / 40% above $75,149. This places Oak Grove among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oak Grove is $239,600, 15% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,482 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Oak Grove is below the national average at 261 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,758 per 100,000, 194% above the national average.

Education

Oak Grove is a highly educated community / 66.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Oak Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Oak Grove has a population of 2,200 with a density of 1,760 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 26.4 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (42.5%), with 36.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89% of residents, while 11% speak Spanish. 0.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 85.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,200
Total Population
1,760
People / sq mi
26.4yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oak Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.0%
13% above US avg
Spanish 11.0%
18% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oak Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oak Grove is $105,069, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,411 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $851, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,576 business establishments, including 151 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Oak Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,069
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,411
Avg Weekly Wage$851
IRS Avg AGI$81,272
Gini Index0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,576
County GDP$2,777M

Business (County)

Restaurants151
Healthcare196
Retail280
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,950
13% above US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Oak Grove is $239,600, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,065. Monthly rent averages $1,482 (27% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 636 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1995. The average annual property tax is $3,950. 19.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,600
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$218,065

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,482
27% above US avg
Rent Burden19.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.7%
Owner-Occupied58.7%
Renter-Occupied41.3%
Housing Units636
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,950
13% above US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Oak Grove, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.5% of residents, below the national average. 35.6% have high blood pressure. 11.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 15.5% report binge drinking. 24.3% are physically inactive. 20.2% report depression. 15.2% experience frequent mental distress. 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:807. The dentist ratio is 1:914. 63.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Oak Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:807
Dentists1:914
Mental Health1:1,698
Checkup Rate81.6%
Dental Visits14.8%
Premature Death8,657/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access63.3%
Healthcare Facilities196
Oak Grove has a violent crime rate of 261 per 100,000 residents, 31% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,758 per 100,000, 194% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Oak Grove receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent260.8/100K
31% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property5,758.4/100K
194% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Oak Grove enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 313 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 64.4 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 399 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation399 ft (122 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density1,760/sq mi
Coordinates31.2867°N, 89.4145°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLamar County County
Nearest AirportHattiesburg/Laurel Regional (PIB)
13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.4"
70% above US avg
Snowfall 0.9"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.38"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.62"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score65.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability55.6 / 100
Community Resilience55.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 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 M3.7 114 km
Mar 25, 1996 11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi M3.5 117 km
Mar 22, 2005 9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama M3.3 142 km
May 16, 2008 10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama M3.1 127 km
Aug 2, 2010 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana M3.0 147 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi M3.0 75 km
Aug 9, 2019 Mississippi M2.8 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

19 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 236 km
2021 Ida Category 4 153 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 51 km
2020 Sally Category 2 194 km
2017 Nate Category 1 106 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 234 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 252 km
2005 Katrina Category 4 27 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 209 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 241 km
2004 Ivan Category 3 163 km
1998 Georges Category 2 91 km
1997 Danny Category 1 174 km
1995 Opal Category 3 247 km
1995 Erin Category 2 198 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 235 km
1988 Florence Category 1 221 km
1985 Elena Category 3 75 km
1985 Juan Category 1 261 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

765 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 61 fatalities, 1,499 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 19, 2020 EF4 58 km 1
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 72 km 4
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 38 km 7
Feb 10, 2013 EF4 5 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 83 km 7
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 63 km 0
Feb 28, 1987 EF4 28 km 6
Apr 18, 1978 EF4 73 km 4
Mar 26, 1976 EF4 79 km 0
Jun 18, 2023 EF3 82 km 1
Nov 30, 2022 EF3 87 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 67 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 19 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 49 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 62 km 0
Jan 21, 2017 EF3 13 km 4
Dec 23, 2014 EF3 40 km 3
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 59 km 0
Dec 25, 2012 EF3 75 km 0
May 26, 2011 EF3 96 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WHITE DOG (12,306 ac, 2005).

Year Name Acres Distance
2005 WHITE DOG 12,306 33 km
2008 UNNAMED 10,363 66 km
2013 UNNAMED 10,170 57 km
2014 UNNAMED 9,932 34 km
2010 DESOTO 0902 8,713 63 km
2013 UNNAMED 7,660 89 km
2010 DESOTO 1057 7,148 86 km
2015 UNNAMED 7,059 59 km
2014 UNNAMED 6,802 63 km
2005 UNNAMED 6,712 48 km
2000 COW PEN 6,502 32 km
2010 CRIPPLE CHINOOK 6,035 36 km
2005 UNNAMED 5,819 37 km
2018 UNNAMED 5,803 54 km
2010 DESOTO 1064 5,695 92 km
2008 UNNAMED 5,657 52 km
1987 MACHINE GUN 5,601 34 km
1990 PIERCES CREEK 5,544 36 km
2020 369 D 5,362 33 km
2014 UNNAMED 5,230 82 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 6.4 in Coldest, Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 5.4 in
March 59°F (15°C) 6.4 in
April 65°F (18°C) 5.5 in
May 72°F (22°C) 5.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.8 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 4.9 in
September 76°F (25°C) 4.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in Driest
November 57°F (14°C) 4.8 in
December 51°F (10°C) 5.6 in

Oak Grove has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 49°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.4") and October the driest (3.6").

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Oak Grove is located in Lamar County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 66.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 98% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 22.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.8% of the vote, a 48.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 16 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 196 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.8%
D 25%

Winner: Republican by 48.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+66.8%
98% above US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+22.5%
School Test Score5.63
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,760/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyLamar County County

Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Avg Download Speed81.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed21.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations16
Alt Fuel Stations20
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities196
Restaurants151
Retail Stores280

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%
Average costs for common services in Oak Grove. 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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$631
Toddler$589
Preschool$537
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lamar County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 4,728 308 $32,876 2.35
Accommodation & Food Services 3,212 150 $21,140 1.75
Administrative & Waste Services 1,047 86 $35,337 0.88
Construction 897 154 $58,684 0.85
Finance & Insurance 738 122 $84,273 0.90
Professional & Technical Services 666 135 $60,893 0.48
Manufacturing 461 35 $73,969 0.28
Other Services 452 102 $42,578 0.75
Transportation & Warehousing 438 55 $62,672 0.51
Wholesale Trade 394 34 $64,196 0.50
Real Estate 360 81 $49,337 1.15
Arts & Entertainment 270 19 $25,665 0.80
Management of Companies 185 10 $120,696 0.55
Utilities 164 12 $90,940 2.14
Information & Technology 163 13 $68,566 0.43
Agriculture & Forestry 122 24 $59,916 0.75
Mining & Oil/Gas 9 10 $74,924 0.12

Radio Stations near Oak Grove

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WXRR Classic Rock 104.5 FM classic rock, rock AAC+ 32 kbps
SL100 pop, top 40 AAC

Campgrounds Near Oak Grove

1 campgrounds found near Oak Grove.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Cypress Creek Landing — 1 Free

National Parks Near Oak Grove

7 national parks and monuments found near Oak Grove.

ParkTypeFee
Bogue Chitto State Park State Park Free
Clarkco State Park State Park Free
Fairview Riverside State Park State Park Free
Fontainebleau State Park District I State Park Free
Lake Lincoln State Park State Park Free
Paul B. Johnson State Park State Park Free
Shepard State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Oak Grove

9 trails found near Oak Grove.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BLACK CREEK TRAIL 37.6 — — —
RATTLESNAKE BAY OHV TRAIL 31.7 — — —
LONGLEAF HORSE TRAIL - YELLOW 12.6 — — —
LONGLEAF TRAIL - RED 10.5 — — —
LITTLE TIGER ATV TRAIL 9.6 — — —
LONGLEAF HORSE TRAIL 6.3 — — —
TALL PINES DISCOVERY 2.1 — — —
LITTLE TIGER ATV CUT THOUGH 0.8 — — —
LITTLE TIGER WARM UP SEGMENT 0.2 — — —

Museums in Oak Grove

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SARAH GILLESPIE GALLERYART MUSEUM6013186148$57,828,109
ARMED FORCES MUSEUM FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM6015582757$59,505
HATTIESBURG ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION107 SOUTH 17TH AVENUE6015454576$1,668
AFRICAN AMERICAN MILITARY HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM6014501942
HATTIESBURG AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6015825460
HATTIESBURG HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOODHISTORIC PRESERVATION6013106991
HATTIESBURG LANDMARK PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
J. L. SCOTT MARINE EDUCATION CENTER AND AQUARIUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
LAKE THOREAU ENVIRONMENTAL CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER118 COLLEGE DR #50186012666745
LUCILE PARKER GALLERYART MUSEUM
LUCILE PARKER MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM7173555096
MISSISSIPPI ARMED FORCES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMBUILDING 850 CAMP SHELBY JOINT FORCES TRAINING CENTER6015582757
MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM2283745547
SOUTHERN HISTORICAL & RESTORATION NETWORKHISTORIC PRESERVATION6015836316
USM MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM6012665200

Libraries in Oak Grove

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
THE LIBRARY OF HATTIESBURG, PETAL & FORREST C329 HARDY STREET0.0210,172
LAMAR COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM144 SHELBY SPEIGHTS DRIVE0.0207,084

Farmers Markets in Oak Grove

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
East Jerusalem Fresh Food on the Block Farmers Market1009 Rebecca Ave.Visit
Forrest County Farmers MarketCorinne Street
Hattiesburg Farmers MarketMain St and Buschman St03/13/2014 to 10/30/2014Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Hub City Farmers MarketBushman Street
Olde Tyme Farmers Market7195 Hwy 98W02/15/2017 to 12/15/2017Mon: 8:30 AM-5:30 PM;Tue: 8:30 AM-5:30 PM;Wed: 8:30 AM-5:30 PM;Thu: 8:30 AM-5:30 PM;Fri: 8:30 AM-5:3
Petal Farmers MarketRelay Park

Restaurants in Oak Grove

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chuck Wagon
Compadres Mexican Grill
Mercury Pizza Company
Milano's Pizza
Movie Star Restaurant
Topher's Rock 'n Roll Grill

Cafes in Oak Grove

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cattiesburg Cat Cafe
Connie Cone

Clinics in Oak Grove

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oak Grove Family Clinic

Gas Stations in Oak Grove

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon
Exxon
Texaco

Banks in Oak Grove

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BankFirst
Citizens Bank
First Southern Bank
Hancock Whitney
The First

Gyms in Oak Grove

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gym

Golf Courses in Oak Grove

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canebrake Country Club

Breweries in Oak Grove

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Gold Pub and Grill MS, American Restaurants, Bars / Taverns, Ms\\">cajun / Creole Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Hattiesburg D1605 Hardy St6013365376
Group Dr Pepper SnappleBreweries, Wholesale Foods117 Shadow Ridge Rd6016023695

Cell Towers in Oak Grove

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
17 IVEY LN (Hattiesburg Site)TOWER117
(Ohlo) 8292 US Highway 18 WestGTOWER99
1561 Highway 42TOWER98
APPROX 2 MI SSETOWER91
Monroe RoadTOWER84

Bridges in Oak Grove

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19412031,000G
CulvertConcrete19772825,000G
CulvertConcrete19412013,000G
CulvertConcrete19412713,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19944026,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19954026,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19932024,400G
Channel BeamConcrete1985573,700G
Channel BeamConcrete20163102,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19594002,300G
Channel BeamConcrete1994571,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2003173620G
CulvertConcrete199740600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1979280450F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1993480350G
Channel BeamConcrete199569330G
CulvertConcrete199525300G
Channel BeamConcrete2005193280G
CulvertConcrete199326225G
Channel BeamConcrete199476170G
Channel BeamConcrete199969150G
Channel BeamConcrete1994100130G
Channel BeamConcrete199557120G

Amtrak Stations in Oak Grove

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Hattiesburg, MS308 Newman StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Oak Grove

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI ELECTRIC POWER ASSOCIATION, MOSELLE PLANT308 MOSELLE-SEMINARY RDJONES

Airports Near Oak Grove

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal AirportHBGMedium Airport
Hattiesburg Laurel Regional AirportPIBMedium Airport
Beets Airport—Small Airport
Browns Landing—Small Airport
Circle Bar Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Clay Airport—Small Airport
Columbia-Marion County Airport—Small Airport
Dean Griffin Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Fokker Field—Small Airport
Franklinton Airport—Small Airport
Freedom Strip—Small Airport
George Ford Airport—Small Airport
George R Carr Memorial Air FieldBXASmall Airport
Greener Pastures Airpark—Small Airport
Hesler Noble FieldLULSmall Airport
Hooper Skylark Field—Small Airport
I H Bass Jr Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Magee Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Mint Julep Airpark—Small Airport
Morgan Field—Small Airport
Ora Airport—Small Airport
Oreck Airport—Small Airport
Poplarville Pearl River County AirportPCUSmall Airport
Porter Airport—Small Airport
Prentiss Jefferson Davis County Airport—Small Airport
Pyramid Unicorn Airport—Small Airport
Richton Perry County Airport—Small Airport
Shelby Auxiliary Field One—Small Airport
Simpson Field—Small Airport
Smith County Airport—Small Airport
The Place Airport—Small Airport
Thigpen Field—Small Airport
Warner-Thunder Hill Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Oak Grove

9 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Forrest County Sheriff55 Arena Drive
Forrest General Hospital PoliceSouth 29th Avenue
Hattiesburg Police Department Substation104 Lamar Boulevard
Hattiesburg Police Training Academy
Lamar County Law Enforcement Complex205 Main Street
Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol Troop J35 J M Tatum Industrial Drive
Purvis Police Department136 Shelby Speights Drive
Sumrall Police Department11 City Hall Avenue
University of Southern Mississippi Police

Grocery Stores in Oak Grove

12 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Corner Market 6053Supermarket7123 US Highway 98
Corner Market 6075Supermarket5266 Old Highway 11
CVS Pharmacy 8993Other365 Cole Rd
Dollar General 10267Other2814 Highway 589
Dollar General 22711Other4683 Old Highway 11
DOLLAR GENERAL 8238Other5182 Old Highway 11
DOLLARTREE 9211Other1868 Old Highway 24
DOLLARTREE 9827Other5266 Old Highway 11
Fastmart 04Convenience Store4901 Old Highway 11
Jae Jones FarmFarmers and Markets275 Cole Rd
Minit Mart 17220Convenience Store6481 U S Highway 98
Olde Tyme Farmers MarketGrocery Store3287 Highway 589

Treatment Centers in Oak Grove

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
PBMHR Region XIIBoth601-544-4641
PBMHR Region XII - Forrest County Childrens BuildingBoth601-582-1111 x186
PBMHR Region XII - Twin Oaks Senior CenterMental Health601-545-5614
Pine Grove BH and Addiction ServsBoth601-288-4800

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oak Grove

What is the population of Oak Grove?

Oak Grove has a population of 2,200 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 1,760 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Oak Grove expensive to live in?

Oak Grove 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 $105,069, 40% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $239,600 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,482 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Oak Grove safe?

Oak Grove is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 261 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,758 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Oak Grove receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Oak Grove?

Oak Grove enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Oak Grove?

The unemployment rate in Oak Grove is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $851. There are 1,576 business establishments in the area, including 151 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 7.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oak Grove?

The median home value in Oak Grove is $239,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,065. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,482. Fair market rent is $782 for a 1-bedroom and $924 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,950.

How are the schools in Oak Grove?

Schools in Oak Grove score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 66.8% of adults in Oak Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 22.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Oak Grove?

The obesity rate in Oak Grove is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.0% of adults are smokers. 24.3% are physically inactive. 20.2% of residents report depression. 7.8% lack health insurance. 63.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:807.

What is transportation like in Oak Grove?

The average commute in Oak Grove is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oak Grove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oak Grove is 42.5% White, 36.4% Black or African American. 89% of residents speak only English at home, while 11% speak Spanish. 0.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability. 85.2% have health insurance coverage.

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