District 5, Mississippi
District 5 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 5 is a geographic entity located in Perry County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,771. The land area covers 328.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | ±325 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51 yrs | ±14.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 883 | ±156 | 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 | 1,248 | ±189 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 883 | ±156 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 365 | ±143 |
| Median Home Value | $134,700 | ±$18,562 |
| 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 | $58,135 | ±$10,894 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,718 | ±$5,793 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.6% | ±7.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 275 | ±148 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 535 | ±144 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 70.2% | ±1.1% |
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 PERRY
GUS Population: 11,406 (2024)
ID: 168587
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR AND COMPTROLLER
PO BOX 345, NEW AUGUSTA MS 39462-0345
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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 | LUCEDALE, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Wiggins, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brooklyn, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | McLain, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | NEW AUGUSTA, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | NEW AUGUSTA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | New Augusta, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NEW AUGUSTA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Brooklyn, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BEAUMONT, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
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College | 20.1 mi away | 51 Main Street, Perkinston, MS, 39573 |
8667351122
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MCLAIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 117 CHURCH AVENUE, MCLAIN, MS, 39456 |
(601) 753-9207
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William Carey University
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College | 24.6 mi away | 710 William Carey Parkway, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401 |
6013186051
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STONE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 242 SECOND STREET, SOUTH, WIGGINS, MS, 39577 |
(601) 928-4993
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RICHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 210 FRONT STREET, RICHTON, MS, 39476 |
(601) 788-6539
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WILLIAM AND DOLORES MAULDIN LIBRARY
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 25 MCHENRY SCHOOL DRIVE, MCHENRY, MS, 39561 |
(601) 528-9465
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PURVIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 122 SHELBY SPEIGHTS DRIVE, PURVIS, MS, 39475 |
(601) 794-6291
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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 WIGGINS, MS US, located 13.9 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 | 61.6° | 36.2° | 48.9° | 6.05" | — |
| February | 65.6° | 40.1° | 52.9° | 5.30" | — |
| March | 72.6° | 45.9° | 59.2° | 5.86" | — |
| April | 78.5° | 52.2° | 65.4° | 5.46" | — |
| May | 84.7° | 60.4° | 72.6° | 5.51" | — |
| June | 90.6° | 67.8° | 79.2° | 5.90" | — |
| July | 91.5° | 70.3° | 80.9° | 7.28" | — |
| August | 91.5° | 70.3° | 80.9° | 6.12" | — |
| September | 87.9° | 65.5° | 76.7° | 5.89" | — |
| October | 80.2° | 54.5° | 67.3° | 3.95" | — |
| November | 70.3° | 44.1° | 57.2° | 4.12" | — |
| December | 63.8° | 39.4° | 51.6° | 5.92" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont town | Town | 9.5 mi | — |
| New Augusta town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
| McLain town | Town | 11.4 mi | — |
| Leaf CDP | CDP | 12.4 mi | — |
| Bond CDP | CDP | 13.7 mi | — |
| Wiggins city | City | 15.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2811193456. • 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.