District 1, Mississippi
District 1 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 1 is a geographic entity located in Union County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,250. The land area covers 85.33 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,250 | ±712 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,883 | ±259 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,564 | ±247 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,883 | ±259 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 681 | ±193 |
| Median Home Value | $173,000 | ±$35,482 |
| Median Gross Rent | $791 | ±$46 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,826 | ±$14,802 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,752 | ±$9,020 |
| Poverty Rate | 15% | ±6.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 770 | ±349 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,169 | ±402 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.6% | ±8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF UNION
GUS Population: 28,363 (2024)
ID: 107402
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 847, NEW ALBANY MS 38652-0847
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Blue Mountain, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Hickory Flat, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | NEW ALBANY, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | POTTS CAMP, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-13 | MYRTLE, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | New Albany, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | New Albany, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | New Albany, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | New Albany, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Ecru, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Blue Mountain Christian University
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College | 10.6 mi away | 201 W Main St, Blue Mountain, MS, 38610 |
6626854771
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NANCE-MCNEELY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 1080 MEGGINSON LANE, MYRTLE, MS, 38650 |
(662) 988-2895
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Fosters Cosmetology College
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College Vocational | 18.2 mi away | 1813 Hwy 15 N, Ripley, MS, 38663-0066 |
6628379334
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HICKORY FLAT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 260 OAK STREET, HICKORY FLAT, MS, 38633 |
(662) 333-7663
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KC's School of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 21.1 mi away | 280 Turnpike Rd, Pontotoc, MS, 38863-0000 |
6627603300
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JENNIE STEPHENS SMITH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 219 KING STREET, NEW ALBANY, MS, 38652 |
(662) 534-1991
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Rust College
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College | 23.9 mi away | 150 Rust Avenue, Holly Springs, MS, 38635 |
6622528000
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BLUE MOUNTAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 125 SOUTH RAILROAD AVE, BLUE MOUNTAIN, MS, 38610 |
(662) 685-4559
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POTTS CAMP LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 20 SOUTH CENTER STREET, POTTS CAMP, MS, 38659 |
(662) 333-7068
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RIPLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 308 NORTH COMMERCE STREET, RIPLEY, MS, 38663 |
(662) 837-7773
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at HICKORY FLAT, MS US, located 6.0 miles from District 1. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.7° | 27.7° | 39.2° | 5.07" | 1.2" |
| February | 54.2° | 30.7° | 42.4° | 5.51" | 1.1" |
| March | 63.6° | 37.8° | 50.7° | 5.73" | 0.2" |
| April | 72.7° | 46.7° | 59.7° | 5.61" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.0° | 56.3° | 68.2° | 5.30" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.2° | 64.6° | 75.9° | 4.99" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.7° | 67.9° | 78.8° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.0° | 66.5° | 78.2° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.8° | 59.3° | 72.1° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.6° | 47.3° | 60.9° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.4° | 36.5° | 49.5° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.1° | 31.1° | 42.1° | 6.21" | 0.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myrtle town | Town | 1.4 mi | — |
| Hickory Flat town | Town | 5.8 mi | — |
| New Albany city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Blue Mountain town | Town | 10.8 mi | — |
| Bethlehem CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
| Potts Camp town | Town | 12.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2814590657. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.