Picayune, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Hancock County County
Picayune, MS
At a Glance
How Picayune Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Picayune's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Picayune a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Picayune residents earn a median household income of $37,270 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,222. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.0% 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 Picayune is $146,500 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $194,562. Median rent is $907/month, with 31.9% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Picayune reports 186 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,707/100K.
Education
14.2% of adults in Picayune hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Picayune has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.