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Kosciusko, MS


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Kosciusko, Mississippi

Introduction to Kosciusko, Mississippi

Kosciusko, Mississippi, in Attala county, is 63 miles NE of Jackson, Mississippi and 147 miles S of Memphis, Tennessee. There are an estimated 7,372 people in the city.

Kosciusko History

Kosciusko was once occupied by the Choctaw Indians. It was originally known as Red Bud Springs. The city was later renamed in honor of Tadeusz Kosciusko, the Polish general who assisted in the military efforts of the U.S. during the American Revolution. The city is the birthplace of renowned television host Oprah Winfrey. It is the county seat of Attala County, which was established in 1833.

Kosciusko and nearby Attractions

  • Baileys Shopping Center
  • Natchez Trace Parkway
  • Holmes County State Park
  • Florewood River Plantation

Things To Do In Kosciusko

Kosciusko includes a number of local parks, such as the Redbud Springs Park, Niles Park, Hugh Ellard Park and Northside Park. One can enjoy a scenic drive or bike ride at the historic Natchez Trace. The Kosciusko Museum is also worth visiting. Shopping can be enjoyed at the Parkway Plaza Shopping Center and Baileys Shopping Center.

Kosciusko Transportation

Jackson International Airport provides facilities for air transportation.

Kosciusko Higher Education

Higher education can be pursued at Holmes Community College, Mississippi State University or Jackson State University.

High Points

Kosciusko strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Mississippi):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyKosciusko Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 6%Kosciusko Affordability of Property Taxes
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Kosciusko Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Kosciusko, MS

Comparing Kosciusko to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Mississippi (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population107
Senior Citizens1010
Racial Diversity77
Age of the Population69
Children Under 5 Years Old53
Male Share of the Population14
Well-Paid Single Men14

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size43
Portion of People Married25

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults35
People Above Poverty17
People in Middle Class or Better15
Median Family Income14

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times99
Public Transportation Use68
Working at Home48
Walking and Biking to Work37

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents105
Affordability of Property Taxes105
People Living Alone88
Seasonal and Vacation Housing75
Housing Recently Built52
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals34

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime67
Low Property Crime46

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