West Point

MS

Clay County, Mississippi

Population 18K |Median income $43,125 |1 hospital

Population
18,383
Clay County
Median Income
$43,125
-37% vs avg
Median Home Value
$129,100
-43% vs avg
Median Age
39.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
18K-10%
Median Income
$43,125+40%
Median Home Value
$129,100+60%
Poverty Rate
20.9%-21%
Unemployment
7.2%-64%

Economics

Median Rent
$817/mo
Poverty Rate
20.9% +47% vs avg
Unemployment 7.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 17.3%
Work From Home 5.6%
Public Transit 0%

Population

African American 60.2%
White 36.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.6%
Asian 0.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
50.5%
Obesity
47.6%
Short Sleep Duration
41.5%
Physical Inactivity
38.8%
Diabetes
19.1%
Current Smoking
19.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
13.1%
Binge Drinking
11.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 7.4%
Annual Checkup 83.6%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.8%
Stroke
5.8%

Alerts & News — West Point 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 West Point, MS? ▼
West Point, MS has a population of 18,383 people, located in Clay County, Mississippi.
What is the median household income in West Point? ▼
The median household income in West Point, MS is $43,125 per year. The poverty rate is 20.9%.
What is the median home value in West Point? ▼
The median home value in West Point, MS is $129,100. Median rent is $817/month.
What are the top health concerns in West Point? ▼
The top health indicators in West Point include High Blood Pressure (50.5%), Obesity (47.6%), Short Sleep Duration (41.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in West Point? ▼
West Point has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in West Point? ▼
The median age in West Point, MS is 39.8 years. 17.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

West Point, MS is located in Clay County, Mississippi. With a population of 18K and a median household income of $43,125, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the West Point 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 (Clay 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.