Living in Pike County, Mississippi

Pike County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 39,956. The main communities are McComb, Magnolia, Summit.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,965/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $107K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 62°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

Pike County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.