Pascagoula, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Jackson County County
Pascagoula, MS
At a Glance
How Pascagoula Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pascagoula's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pascagoula a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pascagoula residents earn a median household income of $43,286 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,731. The unemployment rate stands at 9.5% (164% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.6% 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 Pascagoula is $132,500 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $143,942. Median rent is $896/month, with 39.7% 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
Pascagoula reports 336 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,899/100K.
Education
19.6% of adults in Pascagoula hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 88.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pascagoula has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.