District 5, Mississippi
District 5 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 5 is a geographic entity located in Panola County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,134. The land area covers 55.63 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,134 | ±610 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.5 yrs | ±7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,327 | ±324 | 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 | 2,487 | ±331 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,327 | ±324 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 160 | ±110 |
| Median Home Value | $202,300 | ±$18,605 |
| Median Gross Rent | $885 | ±$65 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $40,543 | ±$8,399 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,072 | ±$4,011 |
| Poverty Rate | 23.2% | ±7.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,399 | ±496 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,682 | ±538 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.1% | ±17.3% |
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 PANOLA
GUS Population: 32,764 (2024)
ID: 168585
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 807, BATESVILLE MS 38606-0807
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Batesville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | Batesville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Batesville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Batesville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | COMO, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | SARDIS, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 04-12 | COMO, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | COMO, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SARDIS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Como, 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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Northwest Mississippi Community College
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College | 21.1 mi away | 4975 Hwy 51 N, Senatobia, MS, 38668-1714 |
6625623200
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BATESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 206 HIGHWAY 51 NORTH, BATESVILLE, MS, 38616 |
(662) 563-1038
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SARDIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 101 MCLAURIN STREET, SARDIS, MS, 38666 |
(662) 487-2126
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EMILY JONES POINTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 104 MAIN STREET, COMO, MS, 38619 |
(662) 526-5283
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MARKS-QUITMAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 315 EAST MAIN STREET, MARKS, MS, 38646 |
(662) 326-7141
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SAM LAPIDUS MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 108 MISSOURI STREET, CRENSHAW, MS, 38621 |
(662) 382-7479
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OAKLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 324 HOLLY STREET, OAKLAND, MS, 38948 |
(662) 623-8651
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SENATOBIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 222 WARD STREET, SENATOBIA, MS, 38668 |
(662) 562-6791
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CHARLESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 102 EAST WALNUT STREET, CHARLESTON, MS, 38921 |
(662) 647-2638
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BLACKMUR MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 mi away | 608 BLACKMUR DRIVE, WATER VALLEY, MS, 38965 |
(662) 473-2444
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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 SARDIS DAM, MS US, located 13.0 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 | 50.9° | 33.3° | 42.1° | 4.76" | 0.4" |
| February | 55.7° | 36.5° | 46.1° | 5.47" | 0.0" |
| March | 64.5° | 43.8° | 54.2° | 5.54" | 0.0" |
| April | 73.5° | 52.3° | 62.9° | 5.92" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.6° | 61.7° | 71.6° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.7° | 69.9° | 79.3° | 5.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.5° | 73.6° | 82.5° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.8° | 72.2° | 82.0° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.0° | 66.0° | 76.0° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| October | 75.6° | 53.8° | 64.7° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.1° | 42.7° | 52.9° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| December | 54.0° | 35.9° | 44.9° | 6.23" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Batesville city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Courtland town | Town | 6.3 mi | — |
| Pope village | Village | 7.9 mi | — |
| Sardis town | Town | 9.4 mi | — |
| Crowder town | Town | 12.9 mi | — |
| Como town | Town | 13.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2810793438. • 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.