West Point, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Clay County County
West Point, MS
At a Glance
How West Point Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Point's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Point a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Point residents earn a median household income of $35,055 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,496. The unemployment rate stands at 10.4% (189% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 396 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Point is $119,300 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $153,817. Median rent is $678/month, with 30.8% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
West Point reports 507 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,090/100K.
Education
15.4% of adults in West Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 80.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Point has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches.