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University, MS

Mississippi · Lafayette County

University is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 4,899.

1.0 /5.0
F Poor
4,899 Population 6,999/sq mi density
62°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
362 Violent Crime/100K 6,170 property/100K
F
Overall
1.0 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
362 violent crimes/100K (5% below avg)

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Full City Profile
Violent Crime 362/100K
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,899
Median Age19.2 yrs
Density6,999/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Per Capita$3,380
Unemployment0.1%
County GDP$3,160M
Commute7 min

Housing

Zillow$408,232
Housing Units16
Rent Burden33.0%

Crime

F
Violent362/100K
Property6,170/100K

Health

Obesity42.7%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking19.9%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation503 ft (153 m)

Education

Bachelor's+
High School+
School Score5.71

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute7 min
Broadband0.0%
EV Stations4
Libraries1

Is University a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, University receives an overall livability score of 1.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. University faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in University is below the national average at 362 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,170 per 100,000, 215% above the national average.

Education

Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

University enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

University has a population of 4,899 with a density of 6,999 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 19.2 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55% female and 45% male. The city is predominantly White (74.2%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 11.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,899
Total Population
6,999
People / sq mi
19.2yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

University vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

University vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $3,380 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $974, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,553 business establishments, including 209 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 20.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: University vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,380
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$89,430
Gini Index0.524 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,553
County GDP$3,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare194
Retail220
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,945
41% above US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.4 min
Drive Alone46.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,232. Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 16 total housing units in the city. The average annual property tax is $4,945 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$408,232

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Renter-Occupied34.5%
Housing Units16

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,945
41% above US avg
In University, 42.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 40.1% have high blood pressure. 19.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.8% report binge drinking. 36.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.5% report depression. 20.2% experience frequent mental distress. 13.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,422. The dentist ratio is 1:1,987. 77.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes15.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD9.4%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,422
Dentists1:1,987
Mental Health1:142
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits5.7%
Premature Death8,273/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities194
University has a violent crime rate of 362 per 100,000 residents, 5% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,170 per 100,000, 215% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, University receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent362.1/100K
5% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property6,169.5/100K
215% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
University enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 302 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 60.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 503 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation503 ft (153 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density6,999/sq mi
Coordinates34.3655°N, 89.5379°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLafayette County County
Nearest AirportTupelo Regional (TUP)
44 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.5"
59% above US avg
Snowfall 1.2"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.02"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.27"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score64.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability32.6 / 100
Community Resilience92.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Jun 25, 2016.

Oct 29, 2012 8 km SW of Parkin, Arkansas M3.9 137 km
Aug 25, 2015 9 km W of Henning, Tennessee M3.5 145 km
Aug 19, 1994 9 km WSW of Gilt Edge, Tennessee M3.2 132 km
May 10, 2008 1 km SSE of Sherman, Mississippi M3.1 65 km
Oct 26, 2002 3 km SE of Alligator, Mississippi M3.1 112 km
Aug 7, 2015 16 km W of Millington, Tennessee M3.0 122 km
Aug 11, 2002 8 km ESE of Darling, Mississippi M2.8 59 km
Feb 25, 1999 10 km NE of Oakland, Mississippi M2.8 39 km
Jan 16, 2009 8 km NE of Garland, Tennessee M2.8 143 km
Jan 3, 1993 4 km SW of Sunset, Arkansas M2.7 113 km
Sep 8, 2002 6 km W of Henning, Tennessee M2.7 145 km
Feb 11, 1991 10 km SSW of Clarksdale, Mississippi M2.7 102 km
Oct 2, 1995 9 km ENE of Clarkedale, Arkansas M2.6 121 km
Jun 25, 2016 2 km SSE of Jericho, Arkansas M2.5 117 km
Sep 2, 2013 0 km SW of Jericho, Arkansas M2.5 120 km
Nov 9, 2009 3 km SE of Marion, Arkansas M2.5 108 km
Jan 25, 1990 1 km ESE of Garland, Tennessee M2.5 137 km
Apr 6, 2007 6 km NW of Earle, Arkansas M2.5 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Katrina (2005, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Katrina Category 1 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

426 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 105 fatalities, 1,014 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 23, 2015 EF4 30 km 9
Apr 19, 1970 EF4 63 km 4
Apr 29, 1963 EF4 80 km 3
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 58 km 16
Mar 24, 2023 EF3 92 km 2
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 67 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 18 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 76 km 4
May 2, 2010 EF3 58 km 3
May 8, 2008 EF3 70 km 0
Feb 5, 2008 EF3 5 km 0
Feb 24, 2001 EF3 41 km 6
Jan 3, 2000 EF3 22 km 0
Mar 1, 1997 EF3 30 km 0
Mar 1, 1997 EF3 47 km 0
Mar 1, 1997 EF3 27 km 0
Mar 1, 1997 EF3 34 km 0
Nov 27, 1994 EF3 83 km 3
Mar 22, 1991 EF3 52 km 0
Dec 21, 1990 EF3 78 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: COMP 109 (3,663 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 COMP 109 3,663 15 km
2014 C-55 CHILLI LAKE 3,555 50 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,152 46 km
2014 C-39 EAST CHEWALLA 3,107 46 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,031 51 km
2022 HOLLY SPRINGS BB 119/90/88 2,955 18 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,848 43 km
2006 WITCHDCE W 2,846 73 km
2014 C-84 BAGLEY BOTTOMS 2,766 17 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,645 16 km
2013 MIDWAY CEM PRESCRIBED BURN 2,513 20 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,376 52 km
2007 WITCHDANCE EAST 2,285 74 km
2013 PUSKUS LAKE 2,271 19 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,248 35 km
2021 TOMBIGBEE CPT - 18/19/23/24 2,201 73 km
2022 HOLLY SPRINGS BB 51/52/53 2,182 52 km
2010 COMP 42 2,142 43 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,073 18 km
2022 HOLLY SPRINGS BB10 11 12 14 1,977 72 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 4.5 in
March 52°F (11°C) 6.0 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 5.5 in
May 69°F (20°C) 5.6 in
June 76°F (25°C) 4.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.3 in Driest
September 73°F (23°C) 3.5 in
October 62°F (16°C) 3.8 in
November 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.8 in

University has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and August the driest (3.3").

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University is located in Lafayette County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60% of the vote, a 21.8-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 194 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 46.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 21.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

School Test Score5.71

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density6,999/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyLafayette County County

Services

Broadband Access0.0%
Avg Download Speed47.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed14.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities194
Restaurants209
Retail Stores220

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.4 min
Drive Alone46.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%
Average costs for common services in University. 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$476
Toddler$434
Preschool$434
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lafayette County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 4,828 233 $22,845 2.09
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,270 193 $60,935 0.90
Retail Trade 3,148 238 $29,722 1.24
Manufacturing 1,548 30 $58,482 0.74
Professional & Technical Services 1,084 180 $74,465 0.61
Administrative & Waste Services 803 82 $26,263 0.54
Construction 683 105 $60,043 0.51
Finance & Insurance 595 100 $93,297 0.58
Other Services 458 112 $40,425 0.60
Real Estate 387 88 $43,898 0.98
Transportation & Warehousing 364 22 $73,893 0.34
Arts & Entertainment 310 27 $19,018 0.72
Wholesale Trade 190 31 $75,547 0.19
Information & Technology 120 18 $58,056 0.25
Educational Services 118 9 $31,172 0.22
Utilities 101 8 $82,264 1.04
Management of Companies 80 12 $146,123 0.19
Agriculture & Forestry 46 10 $26,000 0.22

Colleges & Universities in University

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
University of Mississippi Public · Graduate 24,701 97.8% $9,412 $26,980

Radio Stations near University

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
XRDS.fm americana, blues MP3 128 kbps
Power of the Cross Radio christian MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near University

30 campgrounds found near University.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Big Acres 5.0/5 2 $100
Cypress Point 5.0/5 1 $100
Engineer Point 5.0/5 1 $100
McCurdy Point 5.0/5 1 $50
Outlet Channel (Enid Lake) 5.0/5 3 $50
Wallace Creek Day Use Area 5.0/5 1 $50
Persimmon Hill Day Use Area 4.9/5 5 $50
Hickory Ridge 4.8/5 3 $50
Riverview 4.8/5 3 $50
Outlet Channel (Sardis) 4.7/5 1 $100
PERSIMMON HILL(ENID LAKE) 4.7/5 72 $30–$50
WALLACE CREEK 4.7/5 101 $30–$50
WATER VALLEY LANDING 4.7/5 25 $30–$50
Paradise Point 4.6/5 2 $100
Chickasaw Hill Day Use Area 4.5/5 1 $50
Pat's Bluff 4.5/5 15 $24–$100
CHICKASAW HILL 4.3/5 53 $30–$50
Hurricane Landing 4.0/5 18 $24–$100
Oak Grove (MS) 4.0/5 77 $30
CHEWALLA LAKE RECREATION AREA 3.7/5 37 $7–$40
Beach Point Campground 3.5/5 14 $10
Long Branch Campground 3.0/5 13 $10
Sleepy Bend Campground 3.0/5 43 Free
CLEAR CREEK (MS) 2.5/5 20 $24–$100
Plum Point Campground 2.0/5 8 $10
Clear Creek Day Use Area (MS) 2 Free
Ford's Well Day Use Area 1 $50
Hurricane Landing Day Use 1 Free
Pat's Bluff Day Use 1 Free
Water Valley Landing Day Use Area 1 $50

National Parks Near University

15 national parks and monuments found near University.

ParkTypeFee
Big Hill Pond State Park Free
Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site National Battlefield Site Free
Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument National Monument Free
Florewood River Plantation State Park State Park Free
George P. Cossar State Park State Park Free
Hugh White State Park State Park Free
John W. Kyle State Park State Park Free
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Natchez Trace Parkway Parkway Free
To Fuller State Park Free
TO Fuller State Park (2021 Addition) State Park Free
Tombigbee State Park State Park Free
Trace State Park State Park Free
Tupelo National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Wall Doxey State Park State Park Free

Trails Near University

5 trails found near University.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
NORTH CYPRESS NON MOTORIZED TR 3.3
PROPOSED CHEWALLA TRAIL 2.4
CHEWALLA LAKE TRAIL 1.8
PUSKUS LAKE EAST SPUR 0.3
PUSKUS LAKE TRAIL WEST SPUR 0.0

Museums in University

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ART GALLERY 130ART MUSEUM6622322477
FAULKNER HOMEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6622343284
KATE SKIPWITH TEACHING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MARY BUIE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
OXFORD-LAFAYETTE HISTORIC HOMESHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 351
ROWAN OAK HOME OF WILLIAM FAULKNERHISTORIC PRESERVATION916 OLD TAYLOR ROAD6622343284
SKIPWITH HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6622345751
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6629157073
WATER VALLEY MAIN STREET ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in University

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BLACKMUR MEMORIAL LIBRARY608 BLACKMUR DRIVE0.015,077

Farmers Markets in University

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mid-Town Farmers Market700 North Lamar Blvd.05/01/2018 to 10/31/2018Wed: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-11:00 AM;Visit
Oxford City Market 2650 West Oxford Loop04/22/2014 to 11/28/2014Tue: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;Visit
Taylor Farmers' Market1 Town Square LaneVisit
Water Valley main Street Farmers MarketRailroad Park - Main Street

Hotels in University

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn
Graduate by Hilton Oxford
Hampton Inn
Hampton Inn Oxford-West
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Oxford
Ole Miss Motel
TownePlace Suites

Restaurants in University

91 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ajax Diner
Aloha Thai-Hawaiian Restaurant
Amore Italian Ristorante & Bar
B's Hickory Smoke BBQ
Beacon
Big Bad Breakfast
Bim Bam Burgers
Boure
Buffalo Wild Wings
Casa Mexicana
Chicken Salad Chick
Chidoriya Ramen & Poke
Chili's
China Royal
Chow King Grill & Buffet
City Grocery
Community Donuts
Costa Mexican Bar & Grill
Donut Distillery
El Agave
El Charro Cocina & Cantina
El Mariachi Grill & Bar
Fergndan's Wood Fired Pizza
Fox's Pizza
Freshii
Frutta Bowls
Green Line Salads
Green Roof Lounge
Handy Andy Grocery
IHOP
Insomnia COokies
Jinsei Sushi
Kabuki
La Parla Tapatia of Oxford
La Tienda Carreton
Lamar Taco Shop
LandShark Seafood & Catfish
Lennys Grill & Subs
Lenora's Restaurant
Los Parrilleros
Lost Pizza Co
Maharaja Indian Cuisine
Mama Jo's Country COokin
Marketplace at the Residential College
McAlister's Deli
McAlister's Deli
McEwen's
Mesquite Chop House
Moe's Original BBQ
Mugshots Grill & Bar
Mundo Latino / Taco Shop
Newk's Express Cafe
Newk's Express Cafe
Oby's
Ok Maguey Mexican Grill
Old Venice Pizza
Oxford Burger Company
Oxford Canteen
Oxford Grillehouse
Pho Oxford Vietnamese Cuisines
Pizza Den
Pizza Hut
PizzaShop
Pokemoto
Proud Larry's
Rice & Spice
RockHouse Live Oxford
Saint Leo
SakuraHibatchi and Ramen
San Jose Mexican Restaurant
Snackbar
Sno Biz
SoLa
Soul Food Kitchen
South Depot Taco Shop
Southern Coop
Southern Craft Stove + Tap
Square Pizza
Stella at Oxford
Tallahatchie Gourmet
Tarasque Cucina
The Grill at 1810
The Luv Shak
The Noodle Bowl
The Rebel Market
Toyo Japanese Sushi Bar & Hibachi
Track 61
Uno Mas Tacos y Tequila
Volta Taverna
Waffle House
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux

Cafes in University

12 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Common Ground Coffee Bar
Crave
H2O Oxford Oriental Cafe
Heartbreak Coffee
Heartbreak Coffee
Sadrachs Coffee
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Uptown Coffee
Velvet Ditch Coffee Roasters

Cinemas in University

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Malco Oxford Commons Cinema Grill
Malco Oxford Studio Cinema

Theatres in University

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Lyric Oxford

Monuments in University

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

James Meredith statue
William Faulkner statue

Clinics in University

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oxford Urgent Care
Red Med Urgent Care

Dentists in University

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A Smile 4U
Dawkins Family Dental Clinic
Oxford Pediatric Dentistry
Ross Family Dental Clinic

Veterinaries in University

5 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Animal Care Center
Animal Clinic of Oxford
Crossroads Animal Hospital
Oxford Veterinary Clinic
Pampered Paws Animal Hospital

Bus Stations in University

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #5750002396

Gas Stations in University

19 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Chevron
Chevron
Chevron
Chevron
Chevron
Chevron
Citgo
Eagle
Exxon
Exxon
Mobil
Murphy USA
Oxford Exxon
Oxford Spot
Shell
Shell
Shell
Shell

Banks in University

26 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BancorpSouth
BancorpSouth
Bank of Commerce
Bank of Oxford
Bank of Oxford
First Commercial Bank
FNB Oxford
FNB Oxford
FNB Oxford
FNB Oxford
Mechanics Bank
Mechanics Bank
Mississippi Federal Credit Union
Origin Bank
Origin Bank
Oxford University Bank
Oxford University Bank
Regions Bank
Regions Bank
Regions Bank
Regions Bank
Renasant Bank
Renasant Bank
Renasant Bank
The Citizens Bank
Trustmark

Gyms in University

16 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Beach Fit
Burn Boot Camp
CrossFit
Gypsy Waltz Hot Yoga Studio
Haven Studio
HOTWORX Oxford
Orangetheory Fitness
Oxford CrossFit
Oxford Fitness Kickboxing
PureRyde
Rebel Body Fitness
Snap Fitness
Snap Fitness
Southern Star Yoga Center
Team RA Martial Arts

Golf Courses in University

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Ole Miss Golf Course

Pharmacies in University

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
STUDENT HEALTH CENTER PHARMACY 400 REBEL DRIVE 662-915-5279

EV Charging Stations in University

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
OLE MISS LAMAR HALL121 Alumni Drive Lamar Hall RearChargePoint Network2J1772public
OLE MISS RES GARAGE 172 Ridge Loop Residential GarageChargePoint Network2J1772public
OLE MISS RES GARAGE 272 Ridge Loop Residential GarageChargePoint Network2J1772public
OLE MISS TURNER CENTER601 Hill Drive Turner Center RearChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in University

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
OLD HWY 7 4 MILES NORTH OFTOWER158
989 PUPPY HILL ROADTOWER107
LIZARD ROAD CELL, 45 COUNTY ROAD 421TOWER98

Bridges in University

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Channel BeamConcrete20016923,000F
Channel BeamConcrete20029423,000G
CulvertConcrete19814921,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196720212,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193616112,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196720212,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196715511,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196715511,500G
CulvertConcrete1971309,900G
Channel BeamConcrete2006937,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19822026,600G
CulvertConcrete1981276,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19823026,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19823026,500F
CulvertConcrete1993435,500F
Channel BeamConcrete2000953,100G
CulvertConcrete1948282,900F
CulvertConcrete1948262,900F
CulvertConcrete1993332,350F
CulvertConcrete2018552,000F
CulvertConcrete2018882,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20191802,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20181222,000F
Channel BeamConcrete2000571,500G
CulvertConcrete197131740G
CulvertConcrete197130740G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198078600F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2019333510G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2019222510G
CulvertConcrete201835500G
Channel BeamConcrete200950200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2001350100F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19925480F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19935780F
CulvertConcrete20162760F

Airports Near University

48 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Memphis International AirportMEMLarge Airport
University Oxford AirportUOXMedium Airport
Argonaut AirstripSmall Airport
Arnold FieldSmall Airport
Blythe Bayou Farms AirportSmall Airport
Browns AirportSmall Airport
Burkeen FieldSmall Airport
Burney Farms AirportSmall Airport
Calhoun County AirportSmall Airport
Champion Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Charleston Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Colonial Air ParkSmall Airport
Delta AirportSmall Airport
Delta Flying Service Inc AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Flautt AirportSmall Airport
Grenada Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Hasting AirparkSmall Airport
Hernando Village AirparkSmall Airport
Holly Springs Marshall County AirportSmall Airport
Houston Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Inmon FieldSmall Airport
Isle-A-Port STOLportSmall Airport
Jeter FieldSmall Airport
John Farese AirparkSmall Airport
Kimmel Land & Cattle AirportSmall Airport
Maidment FieldSmall Airport
Maverick Hill AirportSmall Airport
Midsouth AirparkSmall Airport
New Albany Union County AirportSmall Airport
North Delta Ag Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Olive Branch AirportOLVSmall Airport
Panola County AirportSmall Airport
Pontotoc County AirportSmall Airport
Ripley AirportSmall Airport
Schloss Adlers AirportSmall Airport
Shenandoah Valley Farms AirportSmall Airport
Spencer FieldSmall Airport
St. Somewhere AirportSmall Airport
Strayhorn Hay Field AirportSmall Airport
Sturdivant Brothers Flying Service Number 2 AirportSmall Airport
Thomas FieldSmall Airport
Treasure Island AirportSmall Airport
Vaiden Landing AirportSmall Airport
Wade FieldSmall Airport
Water Valley Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Wilson FieldSmall Airport
Wolf River AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in University

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Oxford Police Department9 Industrial Park Drive

Grocery Stores in University

19 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Bluesky 912Convenience Store101 N Thacker Loop
Chicory MarketGrocery Store274 County Road 101
Circle K 2721542Convenience Store485 Highway 6 W
CVS Pharmacy 6031Other1912 Jackson Ave W
DOLLAR GENERAL 18304Other229 Highway 314
DOLLAR GENERAL 3204Other1930 University Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 9326Other1107 N Lamar Blvd
Dollar General Store 18048Other266 County Road 217
Dollar Tree 454Other2560 Jackson Ave W
DOLLARTREE 6900Other1907 University Ave
Double Quick 24Convenience Store1401 Jackson Ave W
KROGER 473Super Store2013 University Ave
LARSON'S BIG STAR 60Super Store1936 University Ave
Murphy USA 7566Convenience Store2528 Jackson Ave W
Oxford Community MarketFarmers and Markets1801 University Ave
RascalsConvenience Store425 County Road 101
Superdees Express ShopConvenience Store2018 University Ave
Walgreens 07757Other1808 University Ave
Walmart S/C 699Super Store2530 Jackson Ave W

Post Offices in University

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Oxford Post Office401 McElroy Drive
Pak Mail1501 Jackson Avenue West
USPS505 Jackson Avenue East

Treatment Centers in University

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Communicare - Yalobusha County OfficeBoth662-473-3693
MississippiCareBoth662-234-6553
Oxford Outpatient Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse662-281-1306 x2104

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1
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Frequently Asked Questions About University

What is the population of University?

University has a population of 4,899 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 6,999 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55% female and 45% male.

Is University expensive to live in?

University is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87 / below the baseline of 100.

Is University safe?

University is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 362 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,170 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, University receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in University?

University enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.5 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in University?

The job market in University is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $974. There are 1,553 business establishments in the area, including 209 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 7 minutes, and 20.0% of workers work from home.

How are the schools in University?

Schools in University score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average.

How healthy is University?

The obesity rate in University is 42.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.9% of adults are smokers. 36.6% are physically inactive. 21.5% of residents report depression. 13.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 77.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,422.

What is transportation like in University?

The average commute in University is 7 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 46.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of University?

The racial and ethnic makeup of University is 74.2% White, 11.9% Black or African American, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 2.6% of residents have a disability. 96.3% have health insurance coverage.

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