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Waveland, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Hancock County County
Waveland, MS
At a Glance
How Waveland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waveland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waveland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waveland residents earn a median household income of $58,795 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,885. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,042 business establishments, including 118 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waveland is $201,800 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $207,541. Median rent is $828/month, with 30.3% 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 1996.
Safety & Crime
Waveland reports 133 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,117/100K.
Education
23.8% of adults in Waveland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waveland has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.