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Mayersville, Mississippi, in Issaquena county, is 65 miles NW of Jackson, Mississippi (center to center) and 165 miles S of Memphis, Tennessee. The town has a population of 795.
In Mayersville, about 17% of adults are married. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the town. The town is known for its large population of single adults.
Interestingly, Mayersville is known for having more men than similar towns.
In 2000, Mayersville had a median family income of $15,208.
About 52% of housing units in Mayersville are owner-occupied. Housing in the town tends to be newer construction. Many residents rent one-bedroom or studio apartments. Typical rents in the town are affordable, at least compared to other towns in the state.
In Mayersville, 85% of commuters drive to work. Commuting to work is generally easier in Mayersville than in most places of its size.
Mayersville strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Mississippi):
| Category | Trophy | |
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| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 1% |  |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 4% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
Comparing Mayersville to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Mississippi (State):
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| People Living Alone |  | |
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