District 2, Mississippi
District 2 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 2 is a geographic entity located in Smith County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,302. The land area covers 90.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,302 | ±493 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.6 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,075 | ±266 | 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 | 1,224 | ±260 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,075 | ±266 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 149 | ±85 |
| Median Home Value | $85,000 | ±$3,570 |
| Median Gross Rent | $613 | ±$128 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,080 | ±$3,438 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,526 | ±$4,880 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 146 | ±113 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,226 | ±380 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 74.3% | ±12.7% |
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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GUS Population: 14,051 (2024)
ID: 129272
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ACCOUNTING CLERK
PO BOX 160, RALEIGH MS 39153-0160
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BAY SPRINGS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BAY SPRINGS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BAY SPRINGS, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 03-12 | RALEIGH, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | COLLINS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | MIZE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Laurel, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | RALEIGH, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | RALEIGH, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | RALEIGH, 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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Southeastern Baptist College
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College | 17.9 mi away | 4229 Hwy 15 N, Laurel, MS, 39440-9989 |
6014266346
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BAY SPRINGS MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 2747 HIGHWAY 15, BAY SPRINGS, MS, 39422 |
(601) 764-2291
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Hatfield's Mississippi College of Beauty Culture
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College Vocational | 21.3 mi away | 732 Sawmill Rd, Laurel, MS, 39440 |
6014287043
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EVON A. FORD LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 208 SPRING STREET, TAYLORSVILLE, MS, 39168 |
(601) 785-4361
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FLOYD J. ROBINSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 150 MAIN STREET, RALEIGH, MS, 39153 |
(601) 782-4277
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R. T. PRINCE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 210 HIGHWAY 28, MIZE, MS, 39116 |
(601) 733-9414
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JANE BLAIN BREWER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 102 SOUTH FIFTH AVENUE, MOUNT OLIVE, MS, 39119 |
(601) 797-4955
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LAUREL-JONES COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 530 COMMERCE STREET, LAUREL, MS, 39440 |
(601) 428-4313
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MAGEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.8 mi away | 120 FIRST STREET NW, MAGEE, MS, 39111 |
(601) 849-3747
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MARY WEEMS PARKER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 1016 NORTH PINE AVENUE, HEIDELBERG, MS, 39439 |
(601) 787-3857
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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 RALEIGH 6N, MS US, located 18.3 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 | 55.4° | 33.2° | 44.3° | 5.57" | 0.3" |
| February | 59.8° | 36.3° | 48.0° | 5.98" | 0.3" |
| March | 67.0° | 42.7° | 54.8° | 5.93" | 0.0" |
| April | 74.2° | 49.4° | 61.8° | 5.91" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.5° | 58.1° | 69.8° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.5° | 65.5° | 76.5° | 5.57" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.8° | 68.3° | 79.1° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.5° | 67.2° | 78.4° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.4° | 61.8° | 73.6° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.5° | 49.5° | 63.0° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.7° | 40.0° | 52.8° | 4.74" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.9° | 35.1° | 46.5° | 5.94" | 0.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sylvarena village | Village | 5.9 mi | — |
| Bay Springs city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Taylorsville town | Town | 7.8 mi | — |
| Louin town | Town | 11.5 mi | — |
| Mize town | Town | 11.7 mi | — |
| Raleigh town | Town | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2812991323. • 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.