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Silver Creek, MS

Mississippi · Lawrence County

Silver Creek is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 183. Residents earn $26,250 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
183 Population 123/sq mi density
$26,250 Median Income $21,734 per capita
$103,600 Home Value $108,537 Zillow
67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
45 Violent Crime/100K 1,504 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$26,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$103,600 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
45 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $26,250
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,600
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 45/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.5%
122% higher than US avg

How Silver Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population183
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,250
Per Capita$21,734
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty27.5%
County GDP$526M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$103,600
Ownership87.5%
Zillow$108,537
Housing Units79
Rent Burden32.1%

Crime

F
Violent45/100K
Property1,504/100K

Health

Obesity45.6%
Uninsured13.4%
Smoking22.5%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.4 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation314 ft (96 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+70.0%
Graduate+13.8%
School Score4.61

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute32 min
Broadband64.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Silver Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silver Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Silver Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silver Creek is $26,250, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silver Creek is $103,600, 63% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Silver Creek is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,504 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Silver Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Silver Creek has a population of 183 with a density of 123 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.6% female and 45.4% male. The city is predominantly White (68.9%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 27.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 4.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 27.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

183
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Silver Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Silver Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silver Creek is $26,250, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,734 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,053, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 216 business establishments, including 12 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Silver Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,250
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,734
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$51,958
Gini Index0.465 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.5%
122% above US avg
Establishments (County)216
County GDP$526M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare24
Retail34
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,769
49% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Silver Creek is $103,600, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,537. Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 87.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 79 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1961. The average annual property tax is $1,769 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 32.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,600
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,537

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.5%
Owner-Occupied87.5%
Renter-Occupied12.5%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,769
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Silver Creek, 45.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.3% of residents, above the national average. 43.1% have high blood pressure. 22.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.2% report binge drinking. 38.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.2% experience frequent mental distress. 13.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,906. The dentist ratio is 1:5,857. The food environment index is 6.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Silver Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.6%
42% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure43.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD10.3%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.5%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity38.6%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured13.4%
56% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,906
Dentists1:5,857
Mental Health1:2,935
Checkup Rate79.2%
Dental Visits7.0%
Premature Death14,242/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Healthcare Facilities24
Silver Creek has a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,504 per 100,000, 23% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Silver Creek receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Silver Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent44.9/100K
88% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,504.3/100K
23% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Silver Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°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 60.4 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 314 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation314 ft (96 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates31.6048°N, 90.0023°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLawrence County County
Nearest AirportHattiesburg/Laurel Regional (PIB)
40 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.4"
59% above US avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.57"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.62"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score25.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability67.6 / 100
Community Resilience6.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 15, 2025.

Mar 25, 1996 11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi M3.5 139 km
May 3, 2015 7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 106 km
Jun 29, 2015 6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 107 km
Aug 2, 2010 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana M3.0 120 km
May 3, 2015 8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.0 109 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi M3.0 45 km
Aug 9, 2019 Mississippi M2.8 103 km
Aug 17, 2015 9 km N of Madison, Mississippi M2.6 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 239 km
2021 Ida Category 4 135 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 107 km
2020 Sally Category 2 260 km
2020 Laura Category 1 296 km
2017 Nate Category 1 165 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 250 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 232 km
2005 Dennis Category 3 272 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 66 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 268 km
2004 Ivan Category 3 220 km
2002 Lili Category 1 283 km
1998 Georges Category 2 153 km
1997 Danny Category 1 233 km
1995 Erin Category 1 263 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 203 km
1988 Florence Category 1 263 km
1985 Elena Category 3 102 km
1985 Juan Category 1 255 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

960 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 174 fatalities, 2,733 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 3, 1966 EF5 82 km 58
Apr 19, 2020 EF4 60 km 1
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 40 km 4
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 28 km 7
Feb 10, 2013 EF4 62 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 67 km 7
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 94 km 2
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 53 km 0
Nov 21, 1992 EF4 46 km 12
Feb 28, 1987 EF4 72 km 6
Apr 18, 1978 EF4 13 km 4
Mar 29, 1976 EF4 64 km 0
Mar 26, 1976 EF4 20 km 0
Jan 10, 1975 EF4 69 km 9
Jan 23, 1969 EF4 100 km 32
Dec 28, 2024 EF3 85 km 0
Jun 18, 2023 EF3 82 km 1
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 28 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 37 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 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 99 km
2000 COW PEN 6,502 98 km
2020 369 D 5,362 99 km
2013 UNNAMED 4,768 95 km
2014 BIEN 75-78 4,658 88 km
2021 BIENVILLE - CPT 38-39-40 4,545 95 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB51 4,411 96 km
2010 CPT 341 4,101 98 km
2010 GOING AWAY PARTY 4,098 100 km
2014 UNNAMED 4,022 100 km
2018 UNNAMED 4,007 99 km
2007 THICK CREEK 3,960 58 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,956 93 km
2022 RANGE 40 3,918 96 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 18 3,826 85 km
2010 COMP 222-223-224 3,745 97 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 25 3,676 96 km
2010 CPT 343 3,474 93 km
2008 BALL GOAL 3,287 99 km
2015 BLUE ROOM 3,101 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 6.1 in Coldest
February 51°F (10°C) 5.5 in
March 58°F (15°C) 6.6 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 5.9 in
May 72°F (22°C) 5.8 in
June 78°F (26°C) 4.3 in
July 84°F (29°C) 4.8 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 4.3 in
September 76°F (24°C) 3.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in Driest
November 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
December 50°F (10°C) 5.9 in

Silver Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 49°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.6") and October the driest (3.6").

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Silver Creek is located in Lawrence County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% have completed high school. 13.8% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68% of the vote, a 36.6-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 24 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+70.0%
Graduate Degree+13.8%
School Test Score4.61
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyLawrence County County

Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Avg Download Speed23.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed1.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants12
Retail Stores34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Silver Creek. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 20 services

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$501
Toddler$456
Preschool$456
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lawrence County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 810 7 $90,471 3.65
Retail Trade 315 38 $28,843 1.17
Accommodation & Food Services 133 10 $14,182 0.54
Construction 99 11 $65,288 0.70
Finance & Insurance 92 16 $44,571 0.84
Transportation & Warehousing 68 14 $68,901 0.59
Administrative & Waste Services 65 6 $46,132 0.41
Agriculture & Forestry 29 16 $48,501 1.33
Mining & Oil/Gas 8 4 $98,677 0.78
Real Estate 8 5 $25,839 0.19

Radio Stations near Silver Creek

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Silver Creek

9 national parks and monuments found near Silver Creek.

ParkTypeFee
Bogue Chitto State Park State Park Free
Golden Memorial State Park State Park Free
Lake Lincoln State Park State Park Free
Lefleur's Bluff State Park State Park Free
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument National Monument Free
Paul B. Johnson State Park State Park Free
Percy Quinn State Park State Park Free
Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Vicksburg National Military Park National Military Park $20

Museums in Silver Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HOLLOWAY-POLK HOUSE HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION6017924311
LAWRENCE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Cell Towers in Silver Creek

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1124 HIGHWAY 24 (86180)GTOWER102
86 Toney Lane (77176)GTOWER97
764 James Berry RdTOWER93
764 James Berry RdTOWER93

Fire Stations in Silver Creek

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Arm Volunteer Fire Department2376 Miss. HWYVolunteer601-886-7128
Silver Creek Fire & Rescue22 Second STVolunteer601-886-7866

Bridges in Silver Creek

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete2007245,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20081802,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19801502,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20076912,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20076912,100G
CulvertConcrete1952301,700G
CulvertConcrete1967231,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19756521,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1967150890G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1967150890G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1965120740F
CulvertConcrete196721560G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1987292520G
Channel BeamConcrete198493420G
CulvertConcrete201129350G
CulvertConcrete196824350G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1979520300G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199793260F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2001280170G
Channel BeamConcrete2021191160G
Channel BeamConcrete199357150F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1974360120F
Channel BeamConcrete201593110G
Channel BeamConcrete2001143110G
Channel BeamConcrete2020120110G
Channel BeamConcrete19847670F
Channel BeamConcrete19866970F
Channel BeamConcrete19969360G
CulvertConcrete20013150G
Channel BeamConcrete201913340G

Superfund Sites Near Silver Creek

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GEORGIA PACIFIC MONTICELLO LLC604 N A SANDIFER HWAYLAWRENCE
SILVER CREEK GENERATING PLANT217 MOSES LNJEFFERSON DAVIS

Airports Near Silver Creek

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal AirportHBGMedium Airport
Hattiesburg Laurel Regional AirportPIBMedium Airport
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International AirportJANMedium Airport
McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis FieldMCBMedium Airport
Beets AirportSmall Airport
Brookhaven-Lincoln County AirportSmall Airport
Browns LandingSmall Airport
Circle Bar Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Clay AirportSmall Airport
Columbia-Marion County AirportSmall Airport
Cool Creek AirportSmall Airport
Copiah County AirportSmall Airport
Dixon AirportSmall Airport
Dogwood Acres AirportSmall Airport
Falcon FieldSmall Airport
Flowood Industrial AirportSmall Airport
Freedom StripSmall Airport
Hawkins FieldHKSSmall Airport
Hurst AirportSmall Airport
I H Bass Jr Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Joe Sanford FieldSmall Airport
John Bell Williams AirportSmall Airport
Magee Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Memory Landing AirportSmall Airport
Mohr Farm AirportSmall Airport
Morgan FieldSmall Airport
Ora AirportSmall Airport
Paul Pittman Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Payne AirportSmall Airport
Porter AirportSmall Airport
Prentiss Jefferson Davis County AirportSmall Airport
Puff AirparkSmall Airport
Pyramid Unicorn AirportSmall Airport
Smith County AirportSmall Airport
Spring AirportSmall Airport
Tullos FieldSmall Airport
Wells Farm AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Silver Creek

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Jefferson Davis County Sheriffs Office2330 Columbia Avenue
Lawrence County Sherrif's Office

Grocery Stores in Silver Creek

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 24055Other531 N Shady Grove Rd
Lucky Group LlcConvenience Store3239 Southern Ave

Post Offices in Silver Creek

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oakvale Post Office

Treatment Centers in Silver Creek

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
PBMHR Region XII - Lawrence County MH CenterBoth769-266-0171

Churches & Religious Organizations in Silver Creek

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ST PAUL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 232

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Frequently Asked Questions About Silver Creek

What is the population of Silver Creek?

Silver Creek has a population of 183 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 123 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.3 years. The population is 54.6% female and 45.4% male.

Is Silver Creek expensive to live in?

Silver Creek 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 $26,250, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $103,600 (63% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Silver Creek safe?

Silver Creek is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,504 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Silver Creek receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Silver Creek?

Silver Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Silver Creek?

The job market in Silver Creek is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,053. There are 216 business establishments in the area, including 12 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Silver Creek?

The median home value in Silver Creek is $103,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,537. The homeownership rate is 87.5%. The average annual property tax is $1,769.

How are the schools in Silver Creek?

Schools in Silver Creek have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 10.0% of adults in Silver Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% have completed high school. 13.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Silver Creek?

The obesity rate in Silver Creek is 45.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.5% of adults are smokers. 38.6% are physically inactive. 24.1% of residents report depression. 13.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,906.

What is transportation like in Silver Creek?

The average commute in Silver Creek is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 70.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Silver Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Silver Creek is 68.9% White, 27.3% Black or African American, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 4.1% of the population are military veterans. 27.8% of residents have a disability. 93.8% have health insurance coverage.

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