District 3, Mississippi
District 3 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 3 is a geographic entity located in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,172. The land area covers 78.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,172 | ±1,154 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 22.1 yrs | ±0.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,462 | ±631 | 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 | 4,131 | ±631 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,462 | ±631 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 669 | ±238 |
| Median Home Value | $234,200 | ±$24,620 |
| Median Gross Rent | $908 | ±$54 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,358 | ±$12,521 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,850 | ±$2,980 |
| Poverty Rate | 29.6% | ±8.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,053 | ±668 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,107 | ±833 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.1% | ±4.8% |
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 OKTIBBEHA
GUS Population: 51,965 (2024)
ID: 129269
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 80285, STARKVILLE MS 39759-0281
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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 | ACKERMAN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08 | Starkville, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | ACKERMAN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ACKERMAN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mathiston, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Maben, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-04 | Starkville, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | STARKVILLE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05 | Starkville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-07 | Starkville, 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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Mississippi State University
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College | 8.8 mi away | Lee Boulevard, Mississippi State, MS, 39762 |
6623252323
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STARKVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 326 UNIVERSITY DRIVE, STARKVILLE, MS, 39759 |
(662) 323-2766
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MABEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 3982 SECOND AVENUE, MABEN, MS, 39750 |
(662) 263-5619
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MATHISTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 298 SCOTT STREET, MATHISTON, MS, 39752 |
(662) 263-4772
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STURGIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | MAIN STREET, STURGIS, MS, 39769 |
(662) 465-7493
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BRYAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 436 COMMERCE STREET, WEST POINT, MS, 39773 |
(662) 494-4872
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ARTESIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 323 FRONT STREET, ARTESIA, MS, 39736 |
(662) 272-5255
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WEBSTER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 445 WEST FOX AVENUE, EUPORA, MS, 39744 |
(662) 258-7515
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CHOCTAW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.0 mi away | 511 SOUTH LOUISVILLE STREET, ACKERMAN, MS, 39735 |
(662) 625-8826
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CRAWFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 320 MAIN STREET, CRAWFORD, MS, 39743 |
(662) 272-5144
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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 STATE UNIV, MS US, located 8.7 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 | 54.1° | 33.2° | 43.7° | 5.48" | 0.3" |
| February | 58.6° | 36.2° | 47.4° | 6.18" | 0.2" |
| March | 66.8° | 43.3° | 55.1° | 5.37" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.0° | 51.3° | 63.2° | 6.07" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.5° | 61.0° | 71.8° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.8° | 69.0° | 78.9° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.7° | 72.2° | 82.0° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.7° | 70.7° | 81.2° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.8° | 64.3° | 75.6° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.0° | 51.7° | 64.3° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.4° | 41.5° | 53.4° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| December | 56.9° | 35.9° | 46.4° | 5.32" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pheba CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Starkville city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Longview CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| Mississippi State CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| Maben town | Town | 9.6 mi | — |
| Mathiston town | Town | 12.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2810591953. • 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.