District 5, Mississippi
District 5 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 5 is a geographic entity located in Jefferson County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 570. The land area covers 96.28 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | ±188 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 54.3 yrs | ±5.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 197 | ±77 | 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 | 240 | ±101 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 197 | ±77 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 43 | ±66 |
| Median Home Value | $156,800 | ±$77,463 |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $42,411 | ±$14,905 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.8% | ±16.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 118 | ±100 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±6.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 212 | ±126 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 71.6% | ±22.7% |
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: 6,900 (2024)
ID: 168573
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 145, FAYETTE MS 39069-0145
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORT GIBSON, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | FAYETTE, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | FAYETTE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FAYETTE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FAYETTE, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fayette, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | St. Joseph, LA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | St. Joseph, LA | |
| 7 Nearby | 2-17 | SAINT JOSEPH, LA |
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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Alcorn State University
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College | 7.4 mi away | 1000 ASU Dr Ste 359, Alcorn State, MS, 39096-7500 |
6018776100
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TENSAS PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 135 PLANK ROAD, ST. JOSEPH, LA, 71366 |
(318) 766-3781
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TENSAS PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 135 PLANK ROAD, ST. JOSEPH, LA, 71366 |
(318) 766-3781
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JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 1269 SOUTH MAIN STREET, FAYETTE, MS, 39069 |
(601) 786-3982
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HARRIETTE PERSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 606 MAIN STREET, PORT GIBSON, MS, 39150 |
(601) 437-5202
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CLAYTON BRANCH
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 31451 HWY. 15, CLAYTON, LA, 71326 |
(318) 757-6460
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JUDGE GEORGE W. ARMSTRONG LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 220 SOUTH COMMERCE STREET, NATCHEZ, MS, 39120 |
(601) 445-8862
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VIDALIA BRANCH
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 408 TEXAS AVENUE, VIDALIA, LA, 71373 |
(318) 336-5043
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CONCORDIA PARISH LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 1609 THIRD STREET, FERRIDAY, LA, 71334 |
(318) 757-3550
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CONCORDIA PARISH LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 1609 THIRD STREET, FERRIDAY, LA, 71334 |
(318) 757-3550
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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 ST JOSEPH 3 N, LA US, located 9.2 miles from District 5. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.6° | 35.5° | 47.0° | 6.25" | 0.0" |
| February | 62.7° | 39.0° | 50.9° | 5.50" | 0.0" |
| March | 70.3° | 45.8° | 58.0° | 5.71" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.5° | 52.7° | 65.1° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.0° | 61.8° | 73.4° | 4.37" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.5° | 68.6° | 79.6° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.0° | 70.9° | 81.9° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.3° | 69.7° | 81.5° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.5° | 64.1° | 76.8° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.5° | 52.6° | 66.6° | 3.80" | 0.0" |
| November | 69.7° | 43.0° | 56.3° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| December | 61.0° | 37.8° | 49.4° | 5.55" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph town | Town | 7.2 mi | — |
| Alcorn State University CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Waterproof town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
| Fayette city | City | 13.1 mi | — |
| Spokane CDP | CDP | 14.7 mi | — |
| Newellton town | Town | 17.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2806393240. • 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.