District 3, Mississippi
District 3 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 3 is a geographic entity located in George County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,042. The land area covers 79.94 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,042 | ±850 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41 yrs | ±4.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,078 | ±384 | 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 | 2,404 | ±361 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,078 | ±384 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 326 | ±166 |
| Median Home Value | $170,800 | ±$24,892 |
| Median Gross Rent | $801 | ±$172 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,655 | ±$10,749 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,596 | ±$4,800 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.8% | ±7.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 894 | ±397 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.7% | ±5.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,091 | ±481 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.2% | ±7.2% |
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 GEORGE
GUS Population: 25,880 (2024)
ID: 190635
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMPTROLLER
329 RATLIFF ST, LUCEDALE MS 39452
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LUCEDALE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LUCEDALE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LUCEDALE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Moss Point, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Moss Point, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Moss Point, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Moss Point, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Lucedale, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LUCEDALE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | LUCEDALE, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
LUCEDALE-GEORGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 507 OAK STREET, LUCEDALE, MS, 39452 |
(601) 947-2123
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EAST CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 21801 SLIDER ROAD, MOSS POINT, MS, 39562 |
(228) 588-6263
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VANCLEAVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 12604 HIGHWAY 57, VANCLEAVE, MS, 39565 |
(228) 826-5857
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MCLAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 117 CHURCH AVENUE, MCLAIN, MS, 39456 |
(601) 753-9207
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SEMMES BRANCH
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 9150 MOFFETT ROAD, MOBILE, AL, 36602 |
(251) 494-4935
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LEAKESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 301 LAFAYETTE STREET, LEAKESVILLE, MS, 39451 |
(601) 394-2897
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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 PASCAGOULA LOTT INTL AP, MS US, located 25.5 miles from District 3. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.5° | 40.9° | 51.7° | 4.97" | — |
| February | 66.4° | 44.6° | 55.5° | 4.01" | — |
| March | 72.2° | 50.1° | 61.2° | 4.73" | — |
| April | 77.6° | 55.7° | 66.6° | 4.40" | — |
| May | 84.3° | 63.0° | 73.6° | 4.95" | — |
| June | 89.6° | 71.1° | 80.3° | 6.91" | — |
| July | 90.9° | 73.4° | 82.1° | 6.65" | — |
| August | 90.7° | 73.2° | 81.9° | 7.89" | — |
| September | 88.0° | 69.0° | 78.5° | 4.84" | — |
| October | 80.7° | 57.7° | 69.2° | 3.69" | — |
| November | 71.4° | 46.9° | 59.1° | 3.79" | — |
| December | 64.8° | 43.2° | 54.0° | 4.90" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricola CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Lucedale city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Benndale CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Hurley CDP | CDP | 13.8 mi | — |
| Wade CDP | CDP | 14.1 mi | — |
| Leaf CDP | CDP | 17.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2803991656. • 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.