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Pearl River, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Neshoba County County
Pearl River, MS
At a Glance
How Pearl River Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pearl River's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pearl River a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pearl River residents earn a median household income of $46,295 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,409. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 586 business establishments, including 52 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pearl River is $55,000 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $132,602. Median rent is $545/month, with 39.2% 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 1993.
Safety & Crime
Pearl River reports 660 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,217/100K.
Education
10.1% of adults in Pearl River hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 70.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pearl River has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.