Soso, MS

Mississippi · Jones County

Soso is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 497. Residents earn $65,521 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
497 Population 245/sq mi density
$65,521 Median Income $34,295 per capita
$143,300 Home Value $172,057 Zillow
$872 Median Rent 37.1% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,521 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,300 home value, $872/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $65,521
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,300
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $872
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density245/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,521
Per Capita$34,295
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$3,600M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,300
Rent$872
Ownership78.9%
Zillow$172,057
Housing Units198
Rent Burden37.1%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking16.2%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain61.1 in/yr
Elevation307 ft (94 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score4.64

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband62.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Soso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Soso receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Soso stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Soso is $65,521, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Soso is $143,300, 49% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $872 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Soso enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches.

Soso has a population of 497 with a density of 245 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 59.2% female and 40.8% male. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 21.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.5% of residents. 4.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 87.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

497
Total Population
2023 Census
245
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Soso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Soso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Soso is $65,521, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,295 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $916, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,434 business establishments, including 134 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Soso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,521
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,295
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$61,231
Gini Index0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,434
County GDP$3,600M

Business (County)

Restaurants134
Healthcare122
Retail261
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,283
6% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Soso is $143,300, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,057, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $872 (25% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 78.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 198 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $3,283. 37.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,300
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$172,057

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$872
25% below US avg
Rent Burden37.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.9%
Owner-Occupied78.9%
Renter-Occupied21.1%
Housing Units198
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,283
6% below US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Soso, 39.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 39.4% have high blood pressure. 16.2% are current smokers. 15.2% report binge drinking. 32.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.7% report depression. 17.3% experience frequent mental distress. 12.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,023. The dentist ratio is 1:1,752. 53.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Soso vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,023
Dentists1:1,752
Mental Health1:586
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits9.4%
Premature Death13,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities122
Soso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 307 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Geography

Elevation307 ft (94 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density245/sq mi
Coordinates31.7503°N, 89.2769°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJones County County
Nearest AirportHattiesburg/Laurel Regional (PIB)
20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.1"
61% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.06"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.54"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score80.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability77.7 / 100
Community Resilience40.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jul 16, 1993 2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama M3.7 89 km
Mar 25, 1996 11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi M3.5 71 km
Jun 24, 1998 11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama M3.4 150 km
Mar 22, 2005 9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama M3.3 115 km
May 3, 2015 7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 117 km
Jun 29, 2015 6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 117 km
May 16, 2008 10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama M3.1 102 km
May 3, 2015 8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.0 121 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi M3.0 44 km
May 21, 2002 7 km ESE of York, Alabama M3.0 127 km
Aug 9, 2019 Mississippi M2.8 112 km
May 7, 1998 9 km SSE of Bellamy, Alabama M2.8 130 km
Aug 17, 2015 9 km N of Madison, Mississippi M2.6 118 km
Mar 11, 2006 3 km NW of Epes, Alabama M2.6 150 km
Sep 5, 2000 2 km NNE of Sweet Water, Alabama M2.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 285 km
2021 Ida Category 4 193 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 53 km
2020 Sally Category 2 207 km
2017 Nate Category 1 152 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 286 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 297 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 216 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 20 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 294 km
2004 Ivan Category 3 154 km
1998 Georges Category 2 133 km
1997 Danny Category 1 199 km
1995 Opal Category 3 250 km
1995 Erin Category 2 212 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 269 km
1988 Florence Category 1 273 km
1985 Elena Category 3 127 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

820 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 77 fatalities, 1,698 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 19, 2020 EF4 100 km 1
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 100 km 4
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 56 km 7
Feb 10, 2013 EF4 55 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 38 km 7
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 26 km 0
Nov 21, 1992 EF4 93 km 12
Feb 28, 1987 EF4 28 km 6
Mar 12, 1986 EF4 89 km 0
Apr 18, 1978 EF4 83 km 4
Mar 26, 1976 EF4 70 km 0
Dec 2, 1967 EF4 82 km 2
Jun 18, 2023 EF3 30 km 1
Nov 30, 2022 EF3 87 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 90 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 49 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 13 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 38 km 0
Jan 21, 2017 EF3 66 km 4
Dec 23, 2014 EF3 79 km 3
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 72 km
2008 UNNAMED 10,363 98 km
2013 UNNAMED 10,170 89 km
2014 UNNAMED 9,932 72 km
2010 DESOTO 0902 8,713 93 km
2015 UNNAMED 7,059 91 km
2014 UNNAMED 6,802 93 km
2005 UNNAMED 6,712 75 km
2000 COW PEN 6,502 71 km
2010 CRIPPLE CHINOOK 6,035 73 km
2005 UNNAMED 5,819 68 km
2018 UNNAMED 5,803 86 km
2008 UNNAMED 5,657 80 km
1987 MACHINE GUN 5,601 73 km
1990 PIERCES CREEK 5,544 74 km
2020 369 D 5,362 69 km
2005 UNNAMED 5,062 41 km
2013 UNNAMED 4,999 41 km
2018 UNNAMED 4,991 70 km
2014 UNNAMED 4,899 80 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (9°C) 6.1 in Coldest, Wettest
February 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in
March 59°F (15°C) 5.6 in
April 65°F (18°C) 5.1 in
May 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 5.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
September 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Driest
November 56°F (13°C) 4.2 in
December 50°F (10°C) 5.9 in

Soso has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and October the driest (3.5").

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Soso is located in Jones County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 26.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73% of the vote, a 46.8-point margin. 62.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 122 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score4.64
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density245/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyJones County County

Services

Broadband Access62.3%
Avg Download Speed48.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.0 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants134
Retail Stores261

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%
Average costs for common services in Soso. 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$503
Toddler$458
Preschool$458
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jones County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 8,147 57 $55,120 3.49
Retail Trade 2,882 278 $31,136 1.02
Accommodation & Food Services 2,128 144 $16,974 0.82
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,793 133 $41,286 0.44
Construction 1,039 111 $64,301 0.70
Wholesale Trade 822 76 $63,907 0.73
Administrative & Waste Services 797 39 $40,193 0.48
Transportation & Warehousing 694 52 $55,949 0.58
Finance & Insurance 614 90 $60,216 0.53
Mining & Oil/Gas 567 50 $85,427 5.28
Other Services 426 93 $44,808 0.50
Utilities 302 16 $78,828 2.80
Agriculture & Forestry 230 23 $44,941 1.00
Real Estate 211 47 $53,299 0.48
Arts & Entertainment 183 15 $19,878 0.38
Information & Technology 140 9 $59,454 0.26
Educational Services 91 10 $67,645 0.16

Radio Stations near Soso

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WXRR Classic Rock 104.5 FM classic rock, rock AAC+ 32 kbps
SL100 pop, top 40 AAC

Campgrounds Near Soso

1 campgrounds found near Soso.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Marathon Lake 5.0/5 36 $5, $20

National Parks Near Soso

7 national parks and monuments found near Soso.

ParkTypeFee
Bogue Chitto State Park State Park Free
Clarkco State Park State Park Free
Golden Memorial 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
Roosevelt State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Soso

8 trails found near Soso.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
LONGLEAF HORSE TRAIL - YELLOW 12.6 - - -
LONGLEAF TRAIL - RED 10.5 - - -
LITTLE TIGER ATV TRAIL 9.6 - - -
LONGLEAF HORSE TRAIL 6.3 - - -
TALL PINES DISCOVERY 2.1 - - -
MARATHON LAKE HIKING 1.9 - - -
LITTLE TIGER ATV CUT THOUGH 0.8 - - -
LITTLE TIGER WARM UP SEGMENT 0.2 - - -

Museums in Soso

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EASTMAN MEMORIAL FOUNDATIONART MUSEUM565 N 5TH AVE6016496374
EULA BASS LEWIS ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
JONES COUNTY GENEALOGY ORGANIZATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAUREN ROGERS MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM6016496374
TIMBER MUSEUM OF THE PINE BELTGENERAL MUSEUM
VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6014284008

Libraries in Soso

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LAUREL-JONES COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM, INC.530 COMMERCE STREET0.090,537

Farmers Markets in Soso

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Laurel Farmers Market05/31/2018 to 07/26/2018Thu: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;Visit

Pharmacies in Soso

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
LARRY CARLTON JENKINS 912 HIGHWAY 15 604-649-4418

Cell Towers in Soso

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
640 COUNTY RD 21-C (77182)GTOWER128
Hwy 29 South (Ellisville MS)196133426TOWER120
6344 Highway 84 WestTOWER93
204 Edmond King Road (Bay Springs Site)GTOWER89

Fire Stations in Soso

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Hebron Volunteer Fire Department7 Hebron Church RDVolunteer601-763-3400
Stringer Volunteer Fire Department Search & Rescue737 County Road 10Volunteer601-433-1304

Bridges in Soso

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1969316,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19951425,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19961425,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19963243,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19945823,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19965823,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19942023,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19962023,850G
CulvertConcrete1968313,700G
CulvertConcrete1968303,700G
CulvertConcrete1968263,700G
CulvertConcrete1968343,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19683503,700G
Channel BeamConcrete19701332,500P
SlabConcrete1991952,500F
Channel BeamConcrete19701331,700G
SlabConcrete19911141,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1999311800F
Channel BeamConcrete2001155800G
Channel BeamConcrete199976500F
Channel BeamConcrete1998107470G
Channel BeamConcrete2003155430G
CulvertConcrete200322430G
Channel BeamConcrete199876340F
Channel BeamConcrete199957340G
Channel BeamConcrete196757320P
Channel BeamConcrete2015131320G
Channel BeamConcrete197457280F
Channel BeamConcrete202093260G
CulvertConcrete197226240G
CulvertConcrete199824240F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1997240240F
Channel BeamConcrete197657240F
Channel BeamConcrete199876220F
Channel BeamConcrete199876220F
Channel BeamConcrete198195200F
Channel BeamConcrete199969200G
Channel BeamConcrete196995180P
Channel BeamConcrete197476160F
Channel BeamConcrete197438160F
Channel BeamConcrete2001124150G
Channel BeamConcrete201169120G
Channel BeamConcrete198593120F
Channel BeamConcrete1974114120P
Channel BeamConcrete20069380G
Channel BeamConcrete19743880F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200224060G
Channel BeamConcrete19976960G
Channel BeamConcrete19729540F

Amtrak Stations in Soso

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Laurel, MS230 North Maple StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Soso

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI ELECTRIC POWER ASSOCIATION, MOSELLE PLANT308 MOSELLE-SEMINARY RDJONES

Airports Near Soso

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal AirportHBGMedium Airport
Hattiesburg Laurel Regional AirportPIBMedium Airport
Key Field / Meridian Regional AirportMEIMedium Airport
Beets Airport-Small Airport
Browns Landing-Small Airport
Circle Bar Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Clarke County Airport-Small Airport
Columbia-Marion County Airport-Small Airport
Dee's Strip-Small Airport
Freedom Strip-Small Airport
G V Montgomery Airport-Small Airport
Harrell Field-Small Airport
Hesler Noble FieldLULSmall Airport
I H Bass Jr Memorial Airport-Small Airport
James H Easom Field-Small Airport
Jolley Field-Small Airport
Kaehr Airport-Small Airport
Mach 1 Jet Port Airport-Small Airport
Magee Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Mohr Farm Airport-Small Airport
Morgan Field-Small Airport
Ora Airport-Small Airport
Payne Airport-Small Airport
Porter Airport-Small Airport
Prentiss Jefferson Davis County Airport-Small Airport
Puff Airpark-Small Airport
Pyramid Unicorn Airport-Small Airport
Richton Perry County Airport-Small Airport
Rose Field-Small Airport
Shelby Auxiliary Field One-Small Airport
Smith County Airport-Small Airport
Thigpen Field-Small Airport
Topton Air Estates Airport-Small Airport
Waynesboro Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Woodbridge Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Soso

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Ellisville Police Department
Jones County Sheriff419 Yates Avenue
Laurel Police Department317 Mason Street
Seminary Police DepartmentWest Main Street

Grocery Stores in Soso

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 12598Other6 Highway 533
Dollar General 15715Other10 Highway 529
DOLLAR GENERAL 18617Other5334 Highway 15 N
Dollar General 23965Other5941 Highway 84 W
Fast StopConvenience Store6482 Highway 84 W
Jammu LlcConvenience Store1 Ms 533
Willie's In And OutGrocery Store1107 Highway 28 W

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Frequently Asked Questions About Soso

What is the population of Soso?

Soso has a population of 497 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 245 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 59.2% female and 40.8% male.

Is Soso expensive to live in?

Soso 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 $65,521, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,300 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $872 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Soso?

Soso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches.

How is the job market in Soso?

The job market in Soso is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $916. There are 1,434 business establishments in the area, including 134 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 1.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Soso?

The median home value in Soso is $143,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,057. For renters, the median monthly rent is $872. Fair market rent is $782 for a 1-bedroom and $924 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 78.9%. The average annual property tax is $3,283.

How are the schools in Soso?

Schools in Soso have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 26.4% of adults in Soso hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Soso?

The obesity rate in Soso is 39.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.2% of adults are smokers. 32.5% are physically inactive. 20.7% of residents report depression. 12.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 53.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,023.

What is transportation like in Soso?

The average commute in Soso is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Soso?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Soso is 77.5% White, 21.7% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian. 96.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.7% speak Spanish. 4.2% of the population are military veterans. 8.9% of residents have a disability. 87.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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