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Pearlington, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Hancock County County
Pearlington, MS
At a Glance
How Pearlington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pearlington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pearlington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pearlington residents earn a median household income of $51,719 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,911. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,042 business establishments, including 118 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pearlington is $108,700 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $154,419. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2003.
Safety & Crime
Pearlington reports 686 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,133/100K.
Education
11.9% of adults in Pearlington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 66.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pearlington has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.