McComb

Pike County, Mississippi

Population 40K |Median income $43,814 |2 hospitals

Population

39,602

Pike County

Median Income

$43,814

-36% vs avg

Median Home Value

$110,800

-51% vs avg

Median Age

37.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

40K-2%

Median Income

$43,814+26%

Median Home Value

$110,800+35%

Poverty Rate

27.1%-1%

Unemployment

5.8%-43%

Economics

Median Rent

$919/mo

Poverty Rate

27.1% +91% vs avg

Unemployment 5.8%

Bachelor's Degree+ 15.3%

Work From Home 3.5%

Public Transit 0.4%

Population

African American 53.7%

White 41.7%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.4%

Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

50.2%

Obesity

46%

Short Sleep Duration

42.3%

Physical Inactivity

38.7%

Current Smoking

20.3%

Diabetes

18.9%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

16.7%

Lack of Health Insurance

13.5%

Binge Drinking

11.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 83.4%

Dental Visit 7.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.7%

Stroke

5.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

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★

Average Rating

1/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SOUTHWEST MS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

MCCOMB · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — McComb 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 McComb, MS? ▼

McComb, MS has a population of 39,602 people, located in Pike County, Mississippi.

What is the median household income in McComb? ▼

The median household income in McComb, MS is $43,814 per year. The poverty rate is 27.1%.

What is the median home value in McComb? ▼

The median home value in McComb, MS is $110,800. Median rent is $919/month.

What are the top health concerns in McComb? ▼

The top health indicators in McComb include High Blood Pressure (50.2%), Obesity (46%), Short Sleep Duration (42.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in McComb? ▼

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

What is the median age in McComb? ▼

The median age in McComb, MS is 37.9 years. 15.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

McComb, MS is located in Pike County, Mississippi. With a population of 40K and a median household income of $43,814, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the McComb 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 (Pike 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.