Carriere

Pearl River County, Mississippi

Population 57K |Median income $58,135 |2 hospitals

Population

57,458

Pearl River County

Median Income

$58,135

-14% vs avg

Median Home Value

$182,300

-20% vs avg

Median Age

41.6

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

57K+3%

Median Income

$58,135+37%

Median Home Value

$182,300+63%

Poverty Rate

16.5%-26%

Unemployment

6.1%-46%

Economics

Median Rent

$906/mo

Poverty Rate

16.5% +16% vs avg

Unemployment 6.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 17%

Work From Home 8.8%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 79.9%

African American 12%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.5%

Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

42.8%

Short Sleep Duration

38.6%

Obesity

38%

Physical Inactivity

33%

Current Smoking

17.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.5%

Diabetes

14.4%

Binge Drinking

14.3%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 10.3%

Annual Checkup 80.5%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.6%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.1%

Stroke

4.4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

1/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

HIGHLAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

PICAYUNE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Carriere Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Carriere, MS? ▼

Carriere, MS has a population of 57,458 people, located in Pearl River County, Mississippi.

What is the median household income in Carriere? ▼

The median household income in Carriere, MS is $58,135 per year. The poverty rate is 16.5%.

What is the median home value in Carriere? ▼

The median home value in Carriere, MS is $182,300. Median rent is $906/month.

What are the top health concerns in Carriere? ▼

The top health indicators in Carriere include High Blood Pressure (42.8%), Short Sleep Duration (38.6%), Obesity (38%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Carriere? ▼

Carriere has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Carriere? ▼

The median age in Carriere, MS is 41.6 years. 17% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Carriere, MS is located in Pearl River County, Mississippi. With a population of 57K and a median household income of $58,135, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Carriere area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Pearl River County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.