Pickens, MS C+

Population: 1,281
Home Price: $78,800

Overview

Pickens is a small town in the state of Mississippi with a population of 1,281. The cost of living is low making it one of the most affordable places to live in the US. Pickens has a hot summer and mild winter climate.

Quality of Life Summary

  • Area Size: Small Town
  • Living Costs: Low Cost
  • Employment: (F) Poor
  • Cultural Diversity: (D) Fair
  • Residents: Young Professionals
  • School Rating: NA
  • Safety Rating: NA
  • Public Transport: (D) Fair
  • Average Commute: 41.4 minutes
  • Walkability: (F) Poor
  • Climate: Hot Summer and Mild Winter
  • Shopping Mall: -
  • Near Beach or Lake: Yes
  • Near Mountains: -
  • Near Parks & Green Space: -

Social and Economic Statistics of Pickens, MS

Employment and Income Pickens Mississippi United States
Per Capita Income $15,090 $23,075 $32,693
Median Household Income $29,145 $43,206 $65,483
Unemployment Rate 8.7% 7.8% 5.7%
Poverty Rate 23.9% 19.4% 10.5%
Age Pickens Mississippi United States
Median Age 34.5 38.3 42.3


Gender Pickens Mississippi United States
Male 37.5% 47.4% 49.8%
Female 62.5% 52.6% 50.2%


Race Pickens Mississippi United States
White 2.6% 53.2% 80.3%
Black or African American 97.4% 40.9% 7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native 0.0% 1.3% 2.7%
Asian 0.0% 0.7% 1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 0.0% 0.1% 0.2%
Other Race 0.0% 1.5% 2.7%
Multiracial 0.0% 2.3% 5.2%
Housing Information Pickens Mississippi United States
Median Home Price $78,800 $103,931 $208,542
Median Monthly Rent $521 $801
Family Households 38.7% 38.7% 48.6%
Nonfamily Households 46.3% 46.3% 26.2%
Homeowners 55.4% 67.5% 72.9%
Renters 44.6% 32.5% 27.1%
Education Pickens Mississippi United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent 8.3% 12.6% 7.5%
Some College, no Degree 31.5% 31.5% 34.0%
Associate's Degree 9.5% 20.7% 21.2%
Bachelor's Degree 9.3% 10.0% 9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree 22.1% 12.1% 15.0%
Proficiency Pickens Mississippi United States
Mathematics NA% 42.8% 46.8%
Reading/Language Arts NA% 38.0% 50.7%

Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People

Violent Crime Pickens Mississippi United States
Murder NA 9.9 3.0
Rape NA 35.9 38.0
Robbery NA 58.9 40.7
Assault NA 226.3 188.5


Property Crime Pickens Mississippi United States
Burglary NA 684.8 336.1
Theft NA 2347.0 1913.7
Vehicle Theft NA 189.5 167.1
Arson NA 10.0 10.5

Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Pickens, MS

  • caf
  • liquor
  • sweet tea
  • tacos
  • wine
  • ice cream
  • grilled chicken
  • seafood
  • meat
  • shrimp
  • cooking
  • pasta
  • restaurants
  • cajun pasta
  • bacon
  • pie
  • cheese
  • salmon
  • spaghetti
  • recipes
  • football
  • athletes
  • athlete
  • nfl
  • teams
  • basketball
  • painting
  • craft
  • library
  • nature
  • anime
  • publicity
  • advertising
  • drama
  • tv
  • winter
  • tents
  • summer
  • nature
  • cashier
  • restaurants
  • kroger
  • vendors
  • decor
  • ordering online
  • cafe
  • advertising
  • walmart

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