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Utica, MS

Mississippi · Hinds County · Jackson Metro

Utica is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 779. Residents earn $36,750 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
779 Population 260/sq mi density
$36,750 Median Income $20,606 per capita
$90,800 Home Value $120,407 Zillow
$813 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
695 Violent Crime/100K 6,492 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$36,750 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,800 home value, $813/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
695 violent crimes/100K (83% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $36,750
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,800
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 695/100K
83% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.6%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.4%
194% higher than US avg

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

People

Population779
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 18%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,750
Per Capita$20,606
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty36.4%
County GDP$15,444M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,800
Rent$813
Ownership73.8%
Zillow$120,407
Housing Units397
Rent Burden20.4%

Crime

F
Violent695/100K
Property6,492/100K

Health

Obesity46.6%
Uninsured14.8%
Smoking18.7%
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation291 ft (89 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score4.15

Community

2024 VoteR 26% / D 72%
Commute30 min
Broadband90.9%
EV Stations2
Libraries14

Is Utica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Utica receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Utica has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Utica is $36,750, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 36.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Utica is $90,800, 68% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 695 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,492 per 100,000, 231% above the national average.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Utica 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 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Utica has a population of 779 with a density of 260 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.5% female and 52.5% male. The city is predominantly Black (80.1%), with 17.5% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.1% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 85.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

779
Total Population
260
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Utica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Utica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Utica is $36,750, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,606 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,143, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,699 business establishments, including 493 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 0.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Utica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,750
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,606
Avg Weekly Wage$1,143
IRS Avg AGI$58,854
Gini Index0.483 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.4%
194% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,699
County GDP$15,444M

Business (County)

Restaurants493
Healthcare691
Retail751
Manufacturing101

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,687
5% above US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Utica is $90,800, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,407, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 397 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $3,687. 20.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,800
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,407

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% below US avg
Rent Burden20.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.8%
Owner-Occupied73.8%
Renter-Occupied26.2%
Housing Units397
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,687
5% above US avg
Effective Rate4.06%
In Utica, 46.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 46.8% have high blood pressure. 18.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.7% report binge drinking. 38.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.1% report depression. 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 14.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,119. The dentist ratio is 1:951. 77.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.6%
45% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure46.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.9%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.7%
Physical Inactivity38.1%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep43.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Uninsured14.8%
72% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,119
Dentists1:951
Mental Health1:229
Checkup Rate81.8%
Dental Visits7.9%
Premature Death16,086/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access77.0%
Healthcare Facilities691
Utica has a violent crime rate of 695 per 100,000 residents, 83% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,492 per 100,000, 231% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 49 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Utica receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent694.8/100K
83% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property6,491.9/100K
231% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Utica 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 299 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 60.2 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 291 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation291 ft (89 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density260/sq mi
Coordinates32.1073°N, 90.6222°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHinds County County
Nearest AirportJackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International (JAN)
35 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.2"
58% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.22"
Driest Month (Sep) 3.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0438 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.62 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.24 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score94.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability80.1 / 100
Community Resilience80.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

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

Jan 8, 2019 8 km WNW of Hollandale, Mississippi M3.7 125 km
May 3, 2015 7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 72 km
Jun 29, 2015 6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 72 km
Aug 2, 2010 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana M3.0 145 km
May 3, 2015 8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.0 71 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi M3.0 89 km
Aug 9, 2019 Mississippi M2.8 73 km
Aug 17, 2015 9 km N of Madison, Mississippi M2.6 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 1 280 km
2021 Ida Category 4 168 km
2020 Laura Category 4 234 km
2020 Zeta Category 2 181 km
2017 Nate Category 1 245 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 235 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 118 km
2004 Ivan Category 3 287 km
2002 Lili Category 1 284 km
1998 Georges Category 2 234 km
1992 Andrew Category 3 206 km
1985 Elena Category 3 175 km
1985 Juan Category 1 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

883 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 312 fatalities, 3,817 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 21, 1971 EF5 85 km 47
Mar 3, 1966 EF5 11 km 58
Dec 5, 1953 EF5 36 km 38
Mar 24, 2023 EF4 89 km 17
Apr 24, 2010 EF4 72 km 10
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 54 km 2
Nov 21, 1992 EF4 40 km 12
Apr 18, 1978 EF4 78 km 4
Mar 29, 1976 EF4 37 km 0
Mar 29, 1976 EF4 65 km 3
Mar 26, 1976 EF4 68 km 0
Feb 21, 1971 EF4 76 km 58
Feb 21, 1971 EF4 27 km 13
Jan 23, 1969 EF4 62 km 32
Dec 28, 2024 EF3 84 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 95 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 96 km 0
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 40 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 88 km 0
Apr 15, 2011 EF3 31 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,768 ac, 2013).

Year Name Acres Distance
2013 UNNAMED 4,768 93 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB51 4,411 86 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 18 3,826 82 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 25 3,676 87 km
2021 HOMOCHITTO - BB 7 3,028 56 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,802 56 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB24 2,458 93 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,444 74 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 48 2,394 93 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB25 2,183 93 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 21 2,182 85 km
2022 UNNAMED 2,143 86 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,111 91 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,071 88 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB 21 AND BBHB 2,021 85 km
2021 HOMOCHITTO BB26 2,008 98 km
2013 UNNAMED 1,995 83 km
2021 HOMOCHITTO - BB 12 1,984 65 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB 46 1,925 87 km
2021 HOMOCHITTO - CPT 42 SUB 4 AND 5 1,908 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 5.8 in Coldest
February 49°F (10°C) 5.0 in
March 57°F (14°C) 6.2 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 5.5 in
May 71°F (22°C) 5.1 in
June 78°F (26°C) 4.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 3.6 in
September 76°F (24°C) 3.3 in Driest
October 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
November 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
December 49°F (9°C) 5.9 in

Utica has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and September the driest (3.3").

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Utica is located in Hinds County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 15.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 72.4% of the vote, a 46.1-point margin. 90.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 691 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 93.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.3%
D 72.4%

Winner: Democrat by 46.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score4.15
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density260/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi
CountyHinds County County

Services

Broadband Access90.9%
Avg Download Speed102.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed16.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities691
Restaurants493
Retail Stores751

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%
Average costs for common services in Utica. 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)
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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)
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$639
Toddler$596
Preschool$544
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hinds County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 22,224 735 $55,310 1.42
Retail Trade 8,696 803 $39,468 0.80
Accommodation & Food Services 7,543 486 $20,896 0.76
Administrative & Waste Services 6,108 312 $33,550 0.95
Manufacturing 4,444 126 $66,269 0.50
Finance & Insurance 4,144 361 $91,958 0.94
Professional & Technical Services 4,052 732 $81,197 0.53
Transportation & Warehousing 3,232 162 $50,913 0.70
Construction 3,192 338 $67,153 0.56
Wholesale Trade 2,883 248 $69,338 0.67
Educational Services 2,540 73 $46,252 1.13
Other Services 2,284 505 $51,950 0.69
Management of Companies 1,475 56 $144,500 0.80
Real Estate 1,222 290 $44,623 0.72
Arts & Entertainment 915 61 $27,410 0.50
Information & Technology 909 70 $69,610 0.44
Utilities 605 21 $114,552 1.46
Agriculture & Forestry 381 29 $43,140 0.43
Mining & Oil/Gas 134 17 $91,603 0.32

Schools in Utica

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
UTICA ELEM. / MIDDLE SCHOOL Elementary 322 29 11.1:1
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Radio Stations near Utica

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
95.5 Hallelujah FM gospel AAC
WMTC 99.9 FM Mountain Gospel Jackson, KY bible, christian AAC 32 kbps
Miss 103 country AAC
103.9 WYAB news, talk MP3 48 kbps
WVBG MP3 192 kbps

Campgrounds Near Utica

1 campgrounds found near Utica.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Rocky Springs Campground, Milepost 54.8 Free

National Parks Near Utica

11 national parks and monuments found near Utica.

ParkTypeFee
Holmes County State Park State Park Free
Lake Bruin State Park State Park Free
Lake Lincoln State Park State Park Free
Lefleur's Bluff State Park State Park Free
Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument National Monument Free
Natchez National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Natchez State Park State Park Free
Percy Quinn State Park State Park Free
Poverty Point National Monument National Monument Free
Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Vicksburg National Military Park National Military Park $20

Museums in Utica

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MISSISSIPPI MUSIC HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM6018945601$26,483
VICKSBURG TRANSPORTATION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$3,500
MARIE HULL GALLERYART MUSEUM6018573277
VICKSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION6016367840

Libraries in Utica

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
COPIAH-JEFFERSON REGIONAL LIBRARY223 SOUTH EXTENSION STREET0.0102,585

Farmers Markets in Utica

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Copiah County Farmers Market05/01/2014 to 10/01/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Gas Stations in Utica

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PIT STOP

Gyms in Utica

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

J.D. Boyd Gym

Pharmacies in Utica

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CLAYTON DRUGS 247 CAYUGA STREET 601-885-8388

Cell Towers in Utica

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
4803 DUKE ROAD (64135)GTOWER128
4803 DUKE ROAD (64135)GTOWER128
1486 CANADA CROSS RD (64198)GTOWER125
1026 Flint Young Road (93899)GTOWER125
EDWARDS CELL SITETOWER113
UTICA CELL SITETOWER113
715 CEMETERY ROAD (38243)GTOWER111
(Edwards-Crown site) 715 CEMETARY ROADTOWER111
5125-A Warriors Trail (77132)GTOWER105
112 NORTH CARLISLE STREET (77178)LTOWER98
Approx. 1400ft. west of US Highway 51; approx. 1.8 miles NNE of GallmanTOWER96
Approx. 1400ft. west of US Highway 51; approx. 1.8 miles NNE of GallmanTOWER96
NW CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF CARLISLE ROAD WITH SR18; 0.4 MILE SSW OFTOWER91
NW CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF CARLISLE ROAD WITH SR18; 0.4 MILE SSW OFTOWER91

Fire Stations in Utica

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Bench Volunteer Fire Department7460 Old Port Gibson RDVolunteer601-885-9744
Utica Volunteer Fire Department105 Depot STVolunteer601-960-1476

Bridges in Utica

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1976353,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19512503,300P
Arch (Deck)Concrete1962743,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19603003,100G
CulvertSteel1935242,000P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20197022,000G
CulvertConcrete1998261,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20191,7121,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20191621,400G
CulvertConcrete2019221,400G
CulvertConcrete1937221,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1957480572F
Channel BeamConcrete1980107510F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1961300450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1962302450G
FrameConcrete196226440G
CulvertConcrete196022440F
CulvertConcrete196225440F
CulvertConcrete196044440F
Arch (Deck)Concrete196283440G
FrameConcrete196029440G
Arch (Deck)Concrete196174440F
FrameConcrete196030440F
FrameConcrete196032440F
FrameConcrete196030440F
Channel BeamConcrete198169425F
Channel BeamConcrete197157370F
Channel BeamConcrete2011341360G
Channel BeamConcrete2011434360F
Channel BeamConcrete1965126360F
Channel BeamConcrete1977107360F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1984160300G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1980240300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2011160280G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1981160280F
Channel BeamConcrete199893280G
Channel BeamConcrete201169280G
Channel BeamConcrete199957280F
Channel BeamConcrete1986119250F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1984240250F
Channel BeamConcrete197188240G
Channel BeamConcrete1979107240F
Channel BeamConcrete2021318240F
Channel BeamConcrete202250220F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197025220F
Channel BeamConcrete1973126220P
CulvertConcrete201235200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195052190F
Channel BeamConcrete198031190F
Channel BeamConcrete198431190G
Channel BeamConcrete1990116190F
Channel BeamConcrete198169180F
Channel BeamConcrete197457180F
Channel BeamConcrete1965290175P
Channel BeamConcrete198157170G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1975320150F
Channel BeamConcrete197938150F
Channel BeamConcrete1974131140P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1980320140F
CulvertConcrete195826140F
Channel BeamConcrete198957140P
CulvertSteel199823140F
Channel BeamConcrete198195140P
Channel BeamConcrete198431140P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1985260130F
Channel BeamConcrete198057130F
Channel BeamConcrete197557125P
Channel BeamConcrete199331120F
Channel BeamConcrete202157110F
Channel BeamConcrete2021107110G
Channel BeamConcrete201288110F
Channel BeamConcrete200576110F
Channel BeamConcrete2010107100G
Channel BeamConcrete200893100G
Channel BeamConcrete20086980G
Channel BeamConcrete19925780F
CulvertConcrete19604570G
Channel BeamConcrete20237660F
Channel BeamConcrete19927660G
Channel BeamConcrete19777660F
Channel BeamConcrete199210760G
Channel BeamConcrete201010260G
Channel BeamConcrete20099360G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201827050G
Channel BeamConcrete19927650G
CulvertConcrete19603445F
CulvertConcrete20063030G
Channel BeamConcrete200913130G
CulvertConcrete20063020G
Channel BeamConcrete199110720P
Truss (Thru)Steel19407510P
CulvertConcrete20092610G
Channel BeamConcrete20148810F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1970582P

Amtrak Stations in Utica

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Hazlehurst, MSNorth Ragsdale Avenue and East Conway StreetTRAIN
Vicksburg, MS3046 Indiana AvenueBUS

Airports Near Utica

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International AirportJANMedium Airport
4B Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Alcorn State University AirportSmall Airport
Batton AirportSmall Airport
Benton Farms AirportSmall Airport
Berryhill Farms AirportSmall Airport
Blanton AirportSmall Airport
Bowie AirportSmall Airport
Brookhaven-Lincoln County AirportSmall Airport
Bruce Campbell FieldDXESmall Airport
Byerley AirportSmall Airport
Cape AirportSmall Airport
Clay AirportSmall Airport
Cloud 9 AirportSmall Airport
Coleman AirportSmall Airport
Conner AirportSmall Airport
Copiah County AirportSmall Airport
Cox AirportSmall Airport
Dale Landing StripSmall Airport
Dee's StripSmall Airport
Delta Dusters AirportSmall Airport
Diamond Point Landing StripSmall Airport
Dixie Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dixon AirportSmall Airport
Dogwood Acres AirportSmall Airport
E E Lane AirportSmall Airport
Eagle Crest Estates AirportSmall Airport
Falcon FieldSmall Airport
Flowood Industrial AirportSmall Airport
Freebird AirportSmall Airport
Frisbee Flying Services AirportSmall Airport
Hannah Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Hawkins FieldHKSSmall Airport
Issaquena AirportSmall Airport
Joe Sanford FieldSmall Airport
John Bell Williams AirportSmall Airport
John Thomas Lake Landing StripSmall Airport
Johns LandingSmall Airport
K C Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Kaehr AirportSmall Airport
Kearney AirportSmall Airport
Kings Point AirportSmall Airport
Linwood AirportSmall Airport
Lookout Point AirportSmall Airport
Mach 1 Jet Port AirportSmall Airport
Memory Landing AirportSmall Airport
Mississippi Petrified Forest AirportSmall Airport
Mohr Farm AirportSmall Airport
Montrose Air Services AirportSmall Airport
Murtagh Flying Service AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Utica

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 12099Other1050 Morrison Rd
Ds Pit StopConvenience Store101 E Main St
Walkers Quick StopConvenience Store4118 Highway 18

Treatment Centers in Utica

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Belmont Gardens Recovery Center - West Mississippi Behavioral HealthSubstance Abuse601-642-2155 x4
Region 8 Mental Health Services - A and D Female Residential Trt CenterSubstance Abuse601-894-6370
Region 8 Mental Health Services - Copiah County OfficeBoth601-894-2018
Region XV Warren Yazoo Chem Dep Ctr - Region XV/Mental HealthSubstance Abuse601-634-0181 x3301

DOL Wage Violations in Utica

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $265 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

1
Violations
$265
Back Wages Owed
1
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Utica Elementary/Middle School 39175 1 $265 $265 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Utica

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BEAR CREEK METHODIST PROTESTANT CHURCH1800 BEAR CREEK RD
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH1152 LITTLE MOUNT RD
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH1203 HENRY HARRIS RD
GREEN HILL MISSIONARY BAPTIST1155 HICKSTOWN RD
HOPE FAITH CHARITY MINISTRIES1027 BISHOP DR
JEHOVAH-JIREH CONVENTION CENTER2565 DIXON RD
KINGDOM CONNECTION OUTREACH MINISTRYPO BOX 42
MIDWAY CHURCH OF CHRIST1005 MIDWAY RD
UTICA CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 306
WELCOME BAPTIST MISSIONARY CHURCH2843 OLD ADAMS STATION RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Utica

What is the population of Utica?

Utica has a population of 779 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 260 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.5% female and 52.5% male.

Is Utica expensive to live in?

Utica 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 $36,750, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,800 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Utica safe?

Public safety is a concern in Utica, with a violent crime rate of 695 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,492 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Utica receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Utica?

Utica 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 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Utica?

The job market in Utica is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,143. There are 5,699 business establishments in the area, including 493 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 0.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Utica?

The median home value in Utica is $90,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,407. For renters, the median monthly rent is $813. Fair market rent is $782 for a 1-bedroom and $924 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.8%. The average annual property tax is $3,687.

How are the schools in Utica?

Schools in Utica have an average test score of 4.2 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 15.2% of adults in Utica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Utica?

The obesity rate in Utica is 46.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.7% of adults are smokers. 38.1% are physically inactive. 18.1% of residents report depression. 14.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 77.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,119.

What is transportation like in Utica?

The average commute in Utica is 30 minutes. 93.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Utica?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Utica is 17.5% White, 80.1% Black or African American. 99.1% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 85.8% have health insurance coverage.

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