District 3, Mississippi
District 3 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 3 is a geographic entity located in Holmes County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,393. The land area covers 115.99 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,393 | ±421 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.1 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,208 | ±157 | 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 | 1,433 | ±137 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,208 | ±157 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 225 | ±69 |
| Median Home Value | $81,300 | ±$30,970 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $26,170 | ±$7,354 |
| Per Capita Income | $17,913 | ±$3,283 |
| Poverty Rate | 39.7% | ±7.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,135 | ±272 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.4% | ±5.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 856 | ±181 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 61.5% | ±9.9% |
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 HOLMES
GUS Population: 15,560 (2024)
ID: 225524
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 239, LEXINGTON MS 39095-0239
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Durant, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Goodman, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Tchula, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | LEXINGTON, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lexington, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | VAUGHAN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lexington, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lexington, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Camden, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Lexington, 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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Holmes Community College
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College | 9.1 mi away | #1 Hill St, Goodman, MS, 39079 |
6624722312
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PICKENS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 309 HIGHWAY 51, PICKENS, MS, 39146 |
(662) 468-2391
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GOODMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 9792 MAIN STREET, GOODMAN, MS, 39079 |
(662) 472-2213
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LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 208 TCHULA STREET, LEXINGTON, MS, 39095 |
(662) 834-2571
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DURANT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 15338 NORTH JACKSON STREET, DURANT, MS, 39063 |
(662) 653-3451
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TCHULA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 105 MERCER STREET, TCHULA, MS, 39169 |
(662) 235-5235
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PAUL E. GRIFFIN LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 116 PARKSIDE AVENUE, CAMDEN, MS, 39045 |
(662) 468-0309
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B. S. RICKS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 310 NORTH MAIN STREET, YAZOO CITY, MS, 39194 |
(662) 746-5557
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WEST PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 24843 HIGHWAY 51, WEST, MS, 39192 |
(662) 967-2510
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MADISON COUNTY-CANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 mi away | 102 PRIESTLEY STREET, CANTON, MS, 39046 |
(601) 859-3202
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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 LEXINGTON, MS US, located 11.0 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 | 54.4° | 31.0° | 42.7° | 5.36" | — |
| February | 57.8° | 33.6° | 45.7° | 5.83" | — |
| March | 66.2° | 41.6° | 53.9° | 5.78" | — |
| April | 73.5° | 49.1° | 61.3° | 6.35" | — |
| May | 81.0° | 58.7° | 69.8° | 4.65" | — |
| June | 87.0° | 65.0° | 76.0° | 3.27" | — |
| July | 89.8° | 68.8° | 79.3° | 4.74" | — |
| August | 89.6° | 67.6° | 78.6° | 2.66" | — |
| September | 85.9° | 61.2° | 73.5° | 3.77" | — |
| October | 76.4° | 49.4° | 62.9° | 4.11" | — |
| November | 64.7° | 38.9° | 51.8° | 4.09" | — |
| December | 56.0° | 33.1° | 44.5° | 5.94" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pickens town | Town | 7.9 mi | — |
| Goodman town | Town | 9.3 mi | — |
| Lexington city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Eden village | Village | 14.6 mi | — |
| Benton CDP | CDP | 14.8 mi | — |
| Durant city | City | 14.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2805191710. • 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.