Vicksburg

Vicksburg, Mississippi Overview

Vicksburg faces challenges across several categories, earning a F grade (37.5/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Mississippi. Even so, the city scores 81/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 7/100.

Income & Employment in Vicksburg

The median household income in Vicksburg is $42,484, 20% below the statewide median of $52,985. The local unemployment rate of 3.7% is matching the state’s 3.7%. Population declined 0.8%.

Safety in Vicksburg

With a violent crime rate of 659.2 per 100,000, Vicksburg exceeds the Mississippi average of 270. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3396.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Vicksburg

The median home value is $117,000. Median monthly rent is $857. Renters spend 24.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Vicksburg

The adult obesity rate in Vicksburg is 47.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 18.5%. Residents report an average of 17.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Mississippi ranks #47 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Vicksburg

Vicksburg has a high school graduation rate of 87%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $13,723. The city has 13 public schools serving 6,465 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Vicksburg

Summers in Vicksburg are hot, averaging 85.5°F. Summers average 85.5°F. Winters average 54.9°F. Annual precipitation is 41 inches. The average commute of 17.8 minutes is notably short.

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