Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 14.1% ▲ 41% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 321 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,744 (25.2%) |
| Some College | 4,275 (16%) |
| Associates | 4,685 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,144 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,570 (28.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,277 ▼ 8% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $198,461 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,144/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,435 |
| Vacant Units | 3,133 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hancock County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 39,672 residents. With a median age of 47.12, it is a mature county.
Hancock County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $70,277 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Hancock County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $198,461 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,144. Homeownership rates are high at 78.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hancock County are primarily White (82.36%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Hancock County, MS is a solidly middle-class area in Mississippi. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39520 | Bay Saint Louis | 15,471 | $65,139 | $202,600 | $1,067 | 7.2% | 40.7% |
| 39525 | Diamondhead | 9,338 | $86,208 | $236,700 | $1,571 | 2.1% | 53.0% |
| 39556 | Kiln | 7,583 | $71,742 | $140,600 | $1,125 | 2.4% | 21.2% |
| 39572 | Pearlington | 1,031 | $52,383 | $108,100 | — | 3.9% | 19.6% |
| 39576 | Waveland | 6,249 | $60,368 | $216,200 | $722 | 6.7% | 39.6% |