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Sturgis, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Choctaw County County
Sturgis, MS
At a Glance
How Sturgis Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sturgis's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sturgis a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sturgis residents earn a median household income of $57,500 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,362. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 160 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sturgis is $111,400 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $180,862. Median rent is $1,054/month, with 26.3% 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 1952.
Safety & Crime
Sturgis reports 136 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,564/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Sturgis hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sturgis has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.