Living in George County, Mississippi

George County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 23,373, part of the Pascagoula, MS MSA metro area. The main communities are Lucedale.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $764/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $189K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 64°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

George County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.