District 4, Mississippi
District 4 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 4 is a geographic entity located in Hancock County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,181. The land area covers 85.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,181 | ±835 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.6 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,434 | ±405 | 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 | 4,071 | ±438 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,434 | ±405 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 637 | ±255 |
| Median Home Value | $241,200 | ±$53,841 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,076 | ±$135 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,094 | ±$16,508 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,878 | ±$4,727 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.8% | ±7.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,408 | ±553 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.5% | ±4.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,877 | ±520 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.3% | ±5.1% |
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 HANCOCK
GUS Population: 46,492 (2024)
ID: 168568
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
854 HIGHWAY 90, STE A, BAY SAINT LOUIS MS 39520
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BAY ST LOUIS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bay St. Louis, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Picayune, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Slidell, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PASS CHRISTIAN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Picayune, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Picayune, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kiln, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Kiln, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Kiln, 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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Delta College-Slidell Campus
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College Vocational | 19.6 mi away | 105 Gause Blvd., West, Slidell, LA, 70460-2624 |
9856437730
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KILN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 17065 HIGHWAY 603, KILN, MS, 39556 |
(228) 255-1724
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Chris Beauty College
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College Vocational | 23.5 mi away | 1265 Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS, 39501 |
2288642920101
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EAST HANCOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 4545 SHEPHERD SQUARE, DIAMONDHEAD, MS, 39525 |
(228) 255-4800
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WAVELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 345 COLEMAN AVENUE, WAVELAND, MS, 39576 |
(228) 467-9240
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BAY ST. LOUIS - HANCOCK COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 312 HIGHWAY 90, BAY ST. LOUIS, MS, 39520 |
(228) 467-5282
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CHARLES B. MURPHY PEARLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 6096 FIRST AVENUE, PEARLINGTON, MS, 39572 |
(228) 533-0755
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PASS CHRISTIAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 111 HIERN AVENUE, PASS CHRISTIAN, MS, 39505 |
(228) 452-4596
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MARGARET REED CROSBY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 900 GOODYEAR BOULEVARD, PICAYUNE, MS, 39466 |
(601) 798-5081
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PEARL RIVER BRANCH
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 64580 HIGHWAY 41, PEARL RIVER, LA, 70452 |
(985) 863-5518
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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 BAY ST LOUIS NASA, MS US, located 7.6 miles from District 4. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.6° | 39.8° | 49.7° | 5.63" | — |
| February | 63.5° | 42.6° | 53.0° | 4.10" | — |
| March | 68.6° | 48.4° | 58.5° | 4.29" | — |
| April | 74.6° | 54.2° | 64.4° | 6.52" | — |
| May | 81.8° | 61.8° | 71.8° | 4.45" | — |
| June | 86.8° | 69.0° | 77.9° | 5.62" | — |
| July | 88.8° | 71.4° | 80.1° | 7.77" | — |
| August | 88.8° | 71.0° | 79.9° | 6.53" | — |
| September | 84.9° | 66.9° | 75.9° | 5.01" | — |
| October | 77.8° | 56.4° | 67.1° | 5.09" | — |
| November | 68.9° | 45.3° | 57.1° | 4.53" | — |
| December | 61.2° | 41.4° | 51.3° | 4.47" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiln CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Waveland city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Diamondhead city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Bay St. Louis city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
| DeLisle CDP | CDP | 11.6 mi | — |
| Henderson Point CDP | CDP | 12.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2804592421. • 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.