District 3, Mississippi
District 3 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 3 is a geographic entity located in Jackson County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,225. The land area covers 53.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,225 | ±869 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,895 | ±433 | 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 | 12,163 | ±504 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,895 | ±433 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,268 | ±251 |
| Median Home Value | $164,800 | ±$6,987 |
| Median Gross Rent | $952 | ±$98 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,799 | ±$11,382 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,006 | ±$3,317 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% | ±3.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,898 | ±983 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,428 | ±719 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.2% | ±1.7% |
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: 147,002 (2024)
ID: 184119
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 998, 2500 CRISWELL AVENUE, PASCAGOULA MS 39568-0998
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Pascagoula, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Pascagoula, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | PASCAGOULA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Pascagoula, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Pascagoula, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Gautier, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Pascagoula, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Moss Point, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Gautier, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Gautier, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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PASCAGOULA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 3214 PASCAGOULA STREET, PASCAGOULA, MS, 39567 |
(228) 769-3060
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INA THOMPSON MOSS POINT LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 4119 BELLVIEW STREET, MOSS POINT, MS, 39563 |
(228) 475-7462
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KATHLEEN MCILWAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY OF GAUTIER
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 2100 LIBRARY LANE, GAUTIER, MS, 39553 |
(228) 497-4531
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GRAND BAY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 10329 FREELAND AVENUE, GRAND BAY, AL, 36541 |
(251) 494-2207
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CITY OF BAYOU LA BATRE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 12747 PADGETT SWITCH ROAD, IRVINGTON, AL, 36544 |
(251) 824-4213
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OCEAN SPRINGS MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 525 DEWEY AVENUE, OCEAN SPRINGS, MS, 39564 |
(228) 875-1193
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VANCLEAVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 12604 HIGHWAY 57, VANCLEAVE, MS, 39565 |
(228) 826-5857
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BILOXI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 25.0 mi away | 580 HOWARD AVENUE, BILOXI, MS, 39530 |
(228) 436-3095
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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 3 NE, MS US, located 12.2 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 | 60.4° | 37.5° | 48.9° | 5.49" | 0.0" |
| February | 63.5° | 40.8° | 52.2° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| March | 68.5° | 47.1° | 57.8° | 5.08" | 0.0" |
| April | 74.3° | 53.1° | 63.7° | 5.23" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.4° | 62.0° | 71.7° | 5.91" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.2° | 69.2° | 77.7° | 7.18" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.3° | 71.0° | 79.6° | 8.10" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.8° | 70.6° | 79.7° | 8.61" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.7° | 66.9° | 76.3° | 6.82" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.1° | 55.5° | 67.3° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| November | 69.1° | 44.3° | 56.7° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| December | 62.2° | 39.9° | 51.1° | 5.10" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pascagoula city | City | 9.8 mi | — |
| Moss Point city | City | 14.1 mi | — |
| Gautier city | City | 15.4 mi | — |
| Gulf Park Estates CDP | CDP | 18.2 mi | — |
| Helena CDP | CDP | 18.3 mi | — |
| Escatawpa CDP | CDP | 19.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2805991746. • 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.