District 2, Mississippi
District 2 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 2 is a geographic entity located in Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,733. The land area covers 106.88 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,733 | ±417 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.1 yrs | ±10.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 686 | ±153 | 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 | 1,001 | ±171 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 686 | ±153 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 315 | ±105 |
| Median Home Value | $85,900 | ±$26,293 |
| Median Gross Rent | $684 | ±$143 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $34,674 | ±$6,183 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,013 | ±$5,439 |
| Poverty Rate | 29.4% | ±11% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 510 | ±226 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.8% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 623 | ±244 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 74.6% | ±11.8% |
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 JEFFERSON DAVIS
GUS Population: 11,059 (2024)
ID: 168574
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
PO BOX 1317, PRENTISS MS 39474-1317
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BASSFIELD, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PRENTISS, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | CARSON, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Prentiss, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BASSFIELD, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Columbia, MS | |
| 6 Nearby | 6-11 | PRENTISS, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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DR. FRANK L. LEGGETT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 161 GENERAL ROBERT E. BLOUNT BOULEV, BASSFIELD, MS, 39421 |
(601) 943-5420
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PRENTISS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 2229 PEARL STREET, PRENTISS, MS, 39474 |
(601) 792-5845
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COLUMBIA-MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 900 BROAD STREET, COLUMBIA, MS, 39429 |
(601) 736-5516
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LAWRENCE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 142 WASHINGTON STREET, MONTICELLO, MS, 39654 |
(601) 587-2471
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L. R. BOYER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 103 POPLAR STREET, SUMRALL, MS, 39482 |
(601) 758-4711
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NEW HEBRON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 209 JONES STREET, NEW HEBRON, MS, 39140 |
(601) 694-2623
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R. E. BLACKWELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 403 SOUTH FIR AVENUE, COLLINS, MS, 39428 |
(601) 765-4612
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CONNER GRAHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 100 WILLOW STREET, SEMINARY, MS, 39479 |
(601) 722-9041
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JANE BLAIN BREWER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 102 SOUTH FIFTH AVENUE, MOUNT OLIVE, MS, 39119 |
(601) 797-4955
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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 COLUMBIA, MS US, located 15.7 miles from District 2. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.9° | 37.6° | 48.8° | 6.52" | — |
| February | 64.1° | 41.5° | 52.8° | 5.21" | — |
| March | 71.3° | 47.9° | 59.6° | 5.72" | — |
| April | 77.5° | 54.6° | 66.1° | 5.22" | — |
| May | 84.6° | 63.2° | 73.9° | 4.35" | — |
| June | 90.0° | 70.2° | 80.1° | 5.77" | — |
| July | 91.6° | 72.4° | 82.0° | 6.05" | — |
| August | 91.8° | 72.0° | 81.9° | 6.04" | — |
| September | 88.1° | 67.2° | 77.7° | 3.60" | — |
| October | 79.7° | 55.6° | 67.7° | 3.75" | — |
| November | 69.1° | 44.7° | 56.9° | 3.86" | — |
| December | 61.9° | 40.0° | 51.0° | 5.79" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bassfield town | Town | 6.5 mi | — |
| Prentiss town | Town | 8.6 mi | — |
| Silver Creek town | Town | 12.5 mi | — |
| Columbia city | City | 15.2 mi | — |
| Foxworth CDP | CDP | 16.5 mi | — |
| Monticello town | Town | 16.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2806591035. • 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.