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Wesson, MS

Mississippi · Lincoln County

Wesson is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 2,346. Residents earn $50,987 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,346 Population 520/sq mi density
$50,987 Median Income $17,717 per capita
$111,700 Home Value $176,519 Zillow
$1,084 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
178 Violent Crime/100K 2,913 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$50,987 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,700 home value, $1,084/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
178 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,987
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,700
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 178/100K
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,084
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.3%
88% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,346
Median Age20.7 yrs
Density520/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$50,987
Per Capita$17,717
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty23.3%
County GDP$1,635M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,700
Rent$1,084
Ownership60.7%
Zillow$176,519
Housing Units657
Rent Burden23.5%

Crime

F
Violent178/100K
Property2,913/100K

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking19.6%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation454 ft (138 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score4.67

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband78.8%
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Wesson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wesson receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Wesson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wesson is $50,987, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wesson is $111,700, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,084 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Wesson is below the national average at 178 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,913 per 100,000, 49% above the national average.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wesson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wesson has a population of 2,346 with a density of 520 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 20.7 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.8% female and 45.2% male. The city is predominantly White (68.3%), with 25.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.6% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 79.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,346
Total Population
520
People / sq mi
20.7yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wesson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wesson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wesson is $50,987, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,717 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $895, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 861 business establishments, including 71 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 3.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wesson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,987
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,717
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$60,709
Gini Index0.478 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.3%
88% above US avg
Establishments (County)861
County GDP$1,635M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare76
Retail158
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Wesson is $111,700, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,519, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,084 (7% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 657 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $3,000. 23.5% 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$111,700
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$176,519

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,084
7% below US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.7%
Owner-Occupied60.7%
Renter-Occupied39.3%
Housing Units657
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In Wesson, 39.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 39.7% have high blood pressure. 19.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.3% report binge drinking. 34.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.6% experience frequent mental distress. 12.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,496. The dentist ratio is 1:2,314. 47.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.3%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,496
Dentists1:2,314
Mental Health1:680
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits9.9%
Premature Death13,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities76
Wesson has a violent crime rate of 178 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,913 per 100,000, 49% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wesson receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent178.4/100K
53% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,913.2/100K
49% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents29
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Wesson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 313 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 61.6 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 454 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density520/sq mi
Coordinates31.6999°N, 90.3950°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLincoln County County
Nearest AirportJackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International (JAN)
46 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.6"
62% above US avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.42"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.62"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score48.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability82.6 / 100
Community Resilience34.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very 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 Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 15, 2025.

May 3, 2015 7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 100 km
Jun 29, 2015 6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 100 km
Aug 2, 2010 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana M3.0 108 km
May 3, 2015 8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.0 101 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi M3.0 70 km
Aug 9, 2019 Mississippi M2.8 98 km
Aug 17, 2015 9 km N of Madison, Mississippi M2.6 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 238 km
2021 Ida Category 4 128 km
2020 Laura Category 4 258 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 146 km
2020 Delta Category 2 298 km
2020 Sally Category 2 298 km
2019 Barry Category 1 290 km
2017 Nate Category 1 196 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 256 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 212 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 97 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 279 km
2004 Ivan Category 3 258 km
2002 Lili Category 1 262 km
1998 Georges Category 2 188 km
1997 Danny Category 1 259 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 182 km
1988 Florence Category 1 283 km
1985 Elena Category 3 125 km
1985 Danny Category 1 290 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

924 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 211 fatalities, 2,833 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 3, 1966 EF5 55 km 58
Dec 5, 1953 EF5 85 km 38
Apr 19, 2020 EF4 81 km 1
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 52 km 4
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 66 km 7
Feb 10, 2013 EF4 100 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 92 km 7
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 83 km 2
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 84 km 0
Nov 21, 1992 EF4 34 km 12
Apr 18, 1978 EF4 31 km 4
Mar 29, 1976 EF4 99 km 3
Mar 29, 1976 EF4 26 km 0
Mar 26, 1976 EF4 37 km 0
Jan 10, 1975 EF4 59 km 9
Feb 21, 1971 EF4 77 km 13
Jan 23, 1969 EF4 62 km 32
Dec 28, 2024 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 45 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 74 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 67 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB51 4,411 66 km
2014 UNNAMED 4,022 74 km
2007 THICK CREEK 3,960 93 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 18 3,826 56 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 25 3,676 66 km
2021 HOMOCHITTO - BB 7 3,028 37 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,802 37 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,666 88 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB24 2,458 67 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,444 45 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 48 2,394 68 km
2024 HOMOCHITTO BB28 SUB3 RX 2,279 75 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,229 85 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB25 2,183 68 km
2010 HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 21 2,182 60 km
2022 UNNAMED 2,143 67 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,111 72 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,071 60 km
2022 HOMOCHITTO BB 21 AND BBHB 2,021 60 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 6.1 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in
March 57°F (14°C) 6.4 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in
May 71°F (22°C) 5.4 in
June 78°F (25°C) 4.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 4.0 in
September 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in Driest
November 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
December 49°F (9°C) 6.0 in

Wesson has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 49°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.4") and October the driest (3.6").

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Wesson is located in Lincoln County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 18.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 46% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. 10.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.4% of the vote, a 45.4-point margin. 78.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 76 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents29
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score4.67
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density520/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi
CountyLincoln County County

Services

Broadband Access78.8%
Avg Download Speed123.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed59.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants71
Retail Stores158

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%
Average costs for common services in Wesson. 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)
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)
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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 Lincoln County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 2,005 165 $34,603 1.57
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,931 82 $48,683 1.06
Accommodation & Food Services 1,313 78 $16,715 1.13
Manufacturing 1,281 37 $57,511 1.22
Transportation & Warehousing 1,249 34 $57,100 2.31
Wholesale Trade 798 38 $59,442 1.59
Construction 642 71 $58,364 0.96
Other Services 335 62 $42,380 0.87
Finance & Insurance 307 55 $68,929 0.59
Agriculture & Forestry 292 39 $54,224 2.83
Administrative & Waste Services 273 31 $38,453 0.36
Educational Services 193 12 $32,879 0.73
Real Estate 64 26 $32,552 0.32
Information & Technology 62 6 $72,948 0.26
Utilities 54 5 $96,820 1.11
Mining & Oil/Gas 34 13 $85,588 0.70
Arts & Entertainment 31 8 $10,479 0.14

Colleges & Universities in Wesson

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Copiah-Lincoln Community College Public · Associate 3,407 $4,000 $5,000

Schools in Wesson

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
WESSON ATTENDANCE CENTER Other 877 59 14.9:1
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Radio Stations near Wesson

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Wesson

1 campgrounds found near Wesson.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Rocky Springs Campground, Milepost 54.8 Free

National Parks Near Wesson

11 national parks and monuments found near Wesson.

ParkTypeFee
Bogue Chitto State Park State Park Free
Golden Memorial 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
Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Vicksburg National Military Park National Military Park $20

Trails Near Wesson

1 trails found near Wesson.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
OFFICE NATURE TRAIL 0.6

Museums in Wesson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MISSISSIPPI MUSIC HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM6018945601$26,483
BROOKHAVEN TRUST FOR THE PRESERVATION OF HISTORY CULTUREHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LINCOLN COUNTY HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION127 SOUTH CHURCH STREET6018338023
MUTTON GALLERYART MUSEUM

Libraries in Wesson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LINCOLN-LAWRENCE-FRANKLIN REGIONAL LIBRARY100 SOUTH JACKSON STREET0.0158,112
COPIAH-JEFFERSON REGIONAL LIBRARY223 SOUTH EXTENSION STREET0.0102,585

Farmers Markets in Wesson

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brookhaven Farmers MarketS Whitworth Ave. and W. Chickasaw St.06/06/2014 to 09/12/2014Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Fri: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Yes
Copiah County Farmers Market05/01/2014 to 10/01/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Banks in Wesson

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Copiah Bank
Tustmark

Cell Towers in Wesson

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2898 Old Highway 51, NETOWER107
2898 Old Highway 51, NETOWER107
1124 HIGHWAY 24 (86180)GTOWER102
112 NORTH CARLISLE STREET (77178)LTOWER98
800FT. SW OF INT. OF LOTT SMITH ROAD WITH I-55; 4 MILES WSW OF WESSONTOWER96
800FT. SW OF INT. OF LOTT SMITH ROAD WITH I-55; 4 MILES WSW OF WESSONTOWER96
(Fair Oak Springs) 2559 Shivers Loop NEGTOWER96
11047 Hwy 28 (114950)GTOWER96
11047 Hwy 28 (114950)GTOWER96
Approx. 900ft. N of State Route 28; approx. 450ft. E of Decell LaneTOWER96
Approx. 900ft. N of State Route 28; approx. 450ft. E of Decell LaneTOWER96
Approximately 700ft. north of the intersection of SR27 with SR28TOWER96
Approximately 700ft. north of the intersection of SR27 with SR28TOWER96
(Fair Oak Springs) 2559 Shivers Loop NEGTOWER96
SW CORNER OF I-55 AND CHEROKEE STREET INTERSECTIONTOWER95
SW CORNER OF I-55 AND CHEROKEE STREET INTERSECTIONTOWER95
(Glancy) 1049 Smyrna RoadGTOWER95
(Glancy) 1049 Smyrna RoadGTOWER95
1237 Hwy 51 NETOWER82
1237 Hwy 51 NETOWER82

Fire Stations in Wesson

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Stronghope Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.4196 Monticello RDVolunteer601-894-3338
Wesson Volunteer Fire Department312 Factory STVolunteer601-643-5002

Bridges in Wesson

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196616010,500F
CulvertConcrete19665010,500F
CulvertConcrete19665010,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196615510,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196615510,500G
CulvertConcrete19664510,500G
CulvertConcrete19664510,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196616010,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19501712,000F
CulvertConcrete1979221,900F
CulvertConcrete1950221,700F
Channel BeamConcrete2020381,500F
Channel BeamConcrete1975951,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19592131,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19905521,100F
SlabConcrete continuous1997194600F
Channel BeamConcrete2016126590F
CulvertConcrete196430570G
CulvertConcrete197839430G
CulvertConcrete195523430G
Channel BeamConcrete196957400P
Channel BeamConcrete1974119380G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1966420350G
Channel BeamConcrete201876320G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber196595320F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2020142300G
CulvertConcrete196326290G
Channel BeamConcrete196169290F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2002160280G
SlabConcrete1961105240G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1998164220F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1961136210F
Channel BeamConcrete2018107200F
CulvertConcrete197530200G
SlabConcrete196160200F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198922190F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber197039180F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194838180F
Channel BeamConcrete198293160G
Channel BeamConcrete198357150F
Channel BeamConcrete197445150F
Channel BeamConcrete199038130F
Channel BeamConcrete199195120G
Channel BeamConcrete199657110F
CulvertConcrete200923100G
CulvertConcrete200840100G
Channel BeamConcrete197211490F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19894090P
Channel BeamConcrete20145780F
Channel BeamConcrete20193180G
Channel BeamConcrete20087680F
Channel BeamConcrete19965780F
Channel BeamConcrete20097670F
CulvertConcrete19973150G
CulvertConcrete20033150G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19903750P
Channel BeamConcrete20129350G
CulvertConcrete20193640G
Channel BeamConcrete20027640G
Channel BeamConcrete20045340F
CulvertConcrete20033420G
Channel BeamConcrete20025710F

Amtrak Stations in Wesson

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Brookhaven, MS440 North Railroad AvenueTRAIN
Hazlehurst, MSNorth Ragsdale Avenue and East Conway StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Wesson

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International AirportJANMedium Airport
McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis FieldMCBMedium Airport
Alcorn State University AirportSmall Airport
Beets AirportSmall Airport
Benton Farms AirportSmall Airport
Brookhaven-Lincoln County AirportSmall Airport
Browns LandingSmall Airport
Bruce Campbell FieldDXESmall Airport
Cape AirportSmall Airport
Circle Bar Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Clay AirportSmall Airport
Columbia-Marion County AirportSmall Airport
Cool Creek AirportSmall Airport
Copiah County AirportSmall Airport
Crosby Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Dale Landing StripSmall Airport
Dee's StripSmall Airport
Diamond Point Landing StripSmall Airport
Dixon AirportSmall Airport
Dogwood Acres AirportSmall Airport
Falcon FieldSmall Airport
Flowood Industrial AirportSmall Airport
Freebird AirportSmall Airport
Hannah Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Hawkins FieldHKSSmall Airport
Joe Sanford FieldSmall Airport
John Bell Williams AirportSmall Airport
John Thomas Lake Landing StripSmall Airport
Jolley FieldSmall Airport
K C Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Kaehr AirportSmall Airport
Kings Point AirportSmall Airport
Magee Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Mc Gehee Air ParkSmall Airport
Memory Landing AirportSmall Airport
Mohr Farm AirportSmall Airport
P2 Landing AirportSmall Airport
Parker Landing StripSmall Airport
Paul Pittman Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Payne AirportSmall Airport
Porter AirportSmall Airport
Prentiss Jefferson Davis County AirportSmall Airport
Puff AirparkSmall Airport
Pyramid Unicorn AirportSmall Airport
Red Beard Dusting Service AirportSmall Airport
Sargent Point Landing StripSmall Airport
Spring AirportSmall Airport
Tullos FieldSmall Airport
Valley of The Moon AirportSmall Airport
Vicksburg Municipal AirportVKSSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Wesson

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 10068Other1031 Spring St
Family Dollar 11941Other2071 Highway 51
Uncle Ray'sConvenience Store2574 Sunset Rd NE

Treatment Centers in Wesson

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
PBMHR Region XII - Lawrence County MH CenterBoth769-266-0171
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

DOL Wage Violations in Wesson

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $6,195 in back wages owed to 2 employees.

1
Violations
$6,195
Back Wages Owed
2
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
Copiah Nutrition 39191 1 $6,195 $3,098 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wesson

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CLEAR BRANCH BAPTIST CHURCH2166 CLEAR BRANCH LN NE
HATS & HALOS BARN CHURCH5188 WATSON RD
LIFE VIEW MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 578
NEW BEGINNINGS1001 JAMES LN
NEW HOPE CHURCH ON 5502216 HIGHWAY 550 NW
STRONG HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH1144 KING RD
WELL INC8193 MARTINSVILLE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wesson

What is the population of Wesson?

Wesson has a population of 2,346 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 520 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.8% female and 45.2% male.

Is Wesson expensive to live in?

Wesson 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 $50,987, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $111,700 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,084 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Wesson safe?

Wesson is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 178 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,913 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Wesson receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Wesson?

Wesson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Wesson?

Wesson has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $895. There are 861 business establishments in the area, including 71 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 3.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Wesson?

The median home value in Wesson is $111,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,519. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,084. Fair market rent is $782 for a 1-bedroom and $924 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,000.

How are the schools in Wesson?

Schools in Wesson have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 18.2% of adults in Wesson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. 10.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Wesson?

The obesity rate in Wesson is 39.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.6% of adults are smokers. 34.5% are physically inactive. 23.2% of residents report depression. 12.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 47.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,496.

What is transportation like in Wesson?

The average commute in Wesson is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Wesson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wesson is 68.3% White, 25.3% Black or African American. 98.6% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 79.3% have health insurance coverage.

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