Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 15.9% ▲ 59% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.3% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 20% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 554 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,484 (31.6%) |
| Some College | 7,438 (20.5%) |
| Associates | 6,178 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 4,738 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,931 (16.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,126 ▼ 25% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $174,737 ▼ 37% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $885/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 25,943 |
| Vacant Units | 3,677 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pearl River County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 58,719 residents. With a median age of 40.38, it is a middle-aged county.
Pearl River County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,125 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Pearl River County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $174,737 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $885. Homeownership rates are high at 82.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pearl River County are primarily White (79.78%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Pearl River County, MS is a solidly middle-class area in Mississippi. The 5 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.