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.

3.4 /5.0

B Good

497 Population 245/sq mi density

$65,521 Median Income $34,295 per capita

$143,300 Home Value $168,485 Zillow

$872 Median Rent 37.1% income on rent

66°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr

273 Violent Crime/100K 4,633 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.3 / 5.0

$65,521 median income, 1.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$143,300 home value, $872/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

273 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)

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

Violent Crime 273/100K

28% 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 1.5%

58% 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

Median Income$65,521

Per Capita$34,295

Unemployment1.5%

Poverty2.7%

County GDP$3,600M

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$143,300

Rent$872

Ownership78.9%

Zillow$168,485

Housing Units198

Rent Burden37.1%

Crime

Violent273/100K

Property4,633/100K

Health

Obesity39.3%

Uninsured12.7%

Smoking16.2%

Depression20.7%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain59.6 in/yr

Sunny Days306/yr

Elevation307 ft (94 m)

Education

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 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Soso offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

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 1.5%. 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.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Soso is below the national average at 273 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,633 per 100,000, 136% above the national average.

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. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

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 96.3% of residents. 4.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 84.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

497

Total Population

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 96.3%

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 1.5% (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 Index	0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.5%
	58% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.7%
	78% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,434
County GDP	$3,600M

Business (County)

Restaurants	134
Healthcare	122
Retail	261
Manufacturing	56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,283
	6% below US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.6 min
Drive Alone	90.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.2%

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 $168,485, 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	$168,485

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$872
	25% below US avg
Rent Burden	37.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	78.9%
Owner-Occupied	78.9%
Renter-Occupied	21.1%
Housing Units	198
Median Year Built	1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,283
	6% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.29%

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. 12.7% 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

Obesity	39.3%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	12.2%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	39.4%
Asthma	9.7%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.2%
Physical Inactivity	32.5%
Depression	20.7%
Mental Distress	17.3%
Physical Distress	13.7%
Short Sleep	31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.3%
Uninsured	12.7%
	48% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,023
Dentists	1:1,752
Mental Health	1:586
Checkup Rate	78.7%
Dental Visits	9.4%
Premature Death	13,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	53.7%
Healthcare Facilities	122

Soso has a violent crime rate of 273 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,633 per 100,000, 136% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Soso receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	272.5/100K
	28% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	4,633.1/100K
	136% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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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. The area gets 306 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 59.6 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 307 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	65.5°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	47°F (9°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	307 ft (94 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density	245/sq mi
Coordinates	31.7503°N, 89.2769°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Jones County County
Nearest Airport	Hattiesburg/Laurel Regional (PIB) 20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.6"

57% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Mar) 6.30"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	80.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	77.7 / 100
Community Resilience	40.5 / 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)	5.8 in	Coldest
February	50°F (10°C)	5.1 in
March	57°F (14°C)	6.3 in	Wettest
April	64°F (18°C)	5.4 in
May	71°F (22°C)	5.0 in
June	78°F (26°C)	3.9 in
July	82°F (28°C)	5.3 in	Warmest
August	80°F (27°C)	4.1 in
September	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in
October	65°F (18°C)	3.4 in	Driest
November	56°F (13°C)	4.7 in
December	49°F (9°C)	5.6 in

Soso has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and October the driest (3.4").

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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 Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.4%
	22% below US avg
High School+	86.8%
Graduate Degree+	7.9%
School Test Score	4.64

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	245/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi
County	Jones County County

Services

Broadband Access	62.3%
Avg Download Speed	48.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	3.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	122
Restaurants	134
Retail Stores	261

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.6 min
Drive Alone	90.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.2%

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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Marathon Lake	5.0/5	36	$5–$20

National Parks Near Soso

7 national parks and monuments found near Soso.

Park	Type	Fee
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.

Trail	Miles	Hike	Bike	Horse
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

Name	Type	Address	Phone
EASTMAN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION	ART MUSEUM	565 N 5TH AVE	6016496374
EULA BASS LEWIS ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
JONES COUNTY GENEALOGY ORGANIZATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAUREN ROGERS MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		6016496374
TIMBER MUSEUM OF THE PINE BELT	GENERAL MUSEUM
VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6014284008

Libraries in Soso

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
LAUREL-JONES COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM, INC.	530 COMMERCE STREET	0.0	90,537

Farmers Markets in Soso

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Laurel Farmers Market		05/31/2018 to 07/26/2018	Thu: 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

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
640 COUNTY RD 21-C (77182)	GTOWER	128
Hwy 29 South (Ellisville MS)196133426	TOWER	120
6344 Highway 84 West	TOWER	93
204 Edmond King Road (Bay Springs Site)	GTOWER	89

Fire Stations in Soso

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Hebron Volunteer Fire Department	7 Hebron Church RD	Volunteer			601-763-3400
Stringer Volunteer Fire Department Search & Rescue	737 County Road 10	Volunteer			601-433-1304

Bridges in Soso

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1969	31	6,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1995	142	5,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	142	5,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1996	324	3,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1994	582	3,850	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1996	582	3,850	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1994	202	3,850	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1996	202	3,850	G
Culvert	Concrete	1968	31	3,700	G
Culvert	Concrete	1968	30	3,700	G
Culvert	Concrete	1968	26	3,700	G
Culvert	Concrete	1968	34	3,700	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	350	3,700	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1970	133	2,500	P
Slab	Concrete	1991	95	2,500	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1970	133	1,700	G
Slab	Concrete	1991	114	1,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1999	311	800	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2001	155	800	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1999	76	500	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1998	107	470	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2003	155	430	G
Culvert	Concrete	2003	22	430	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1998	76	340	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1999	57	340	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1967	57	320	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	2015	131	320	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1974	57	280	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2020	93	260	G
Culvert	Concrete	1972	26	240	G
Culvert	Concrete	1998	24	240	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1997	240	240	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1976	57	240	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1998	76	220	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1998	76	220	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1981	95	200	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1999	69	200	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1969	95	180	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	1974	76	160	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1974	38	160	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2001	124	150	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2011	69	120	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1985	93	120	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1974	114	120	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	2006	93	80	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1974	38	80	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	240	60	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1997	69	60	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1972	95	40	F

Amtrak Stations in Soso

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Laurel, MS	230 North Maple Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Soso

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI ELECTRIC POWER ASSOCIATION, MOSELLE PLANT	308 MOSELLE-SEMINARY RD	JONES

Airports Near Soso

35 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal Airport	HBG	Medium Airport
Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport	PIB	Medium Airport
Key Field / Meridian Regional Airport	MEI	Medium 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 Field	LUL	Small 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.

Station	Address	Phone
Ellisville Police Department
Jones County Sheriff	419 Yates Avenue
Laurel Police Department	317 Mason Street
Seminary Police Department	West Main Street

Grocery Stores in Soso

7 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 12598	Other	6 Highway 533
Dollar General 15715	Other	10 Highway 529
DOLLAR GENERAL 18617	Other	5334 Highway 15 N
Dollar General 23965	Other	5941 Highway 84 W
Fast Stop	Convenience Store	6482 Highway 84 W
Jammu Llc	Convenience Store	1 Ms 533
Willie's In And Out	Grocery Store	1107 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.

Is Soso safe?

Soso is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 273 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,633 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Soso receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

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. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Soso?

The job market in Soso is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / 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 $168,485. 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. 12.7% 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. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.7% speak Spanish. 4.2% of the population are military veterans. 10.6% of residents have a disability. 84.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Laurel, MS 17,129 pop · 8.6 mi Taylorsville, MS 1,997 pop · 10.8 mi Sharon, MS 2,223 pop · 11.2 mi Ellisville, MS 4,593 pop · 11.3 mi Bay Springs, MS 2,021 pop · 15.7 mi Collins, MS 2,180 pop · 18.5 mi Mount Olive, MS 1,268 pop · 22.3 mi Raleigh, MS 1,104 pop · 24.5 mi Rawls Springs, MS 1,554 pop · 26.2 mi Glendale, MS 1,519 pop · 26.5 mi Sumrall, MS 2,112 pop · 27.8 mi Petal, MS 11,195 pop · 27.9 mi Magee, MS 3,977 pop · 28.1 mi Arnold Line, MS 1,434 pop · 29.1 mi

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