Horn Lake 60 Average
Horn Lake Livability #204 ranked city in Mississippi#18,189 ranked city in the USARanks better than 37% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Horn Lake

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.

  • Crime

    The crime rate is far lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. As such, it should be considered a very safe place to live when compared to other areas.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are attributed to this area, possibly pointing to a favorable home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Health & Safety

    A low health and safety score may be attributed to factors such as subpar air quality and the unavailability of certain health-related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies.

  • Schools

    The lower than average schools score may be influenced by below-average education levels, subpar reading and math scores and the lack of access to local elementary and high schools.

  • Ratings

    Surveys and polls conducted by AreaVibes with residents of the area revealed unfavorable results concerning the walkability of amenities, the availability of parks and public transit access.

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What's it like Living in Horn Lake?

Located in the state of Mississippi, Horn Lake is a moderately-sized city with a population of 27,234 residents. Individuals of White (46%) and Black or African American (46%) backgrounds make up a significant portion of the population of the city. Horn Lake is not known to have a high population (over 15 years old) of married people. At only 45% married, this city falls well below the national average. The average American spends about 26 minutes on their one way commute to work each day. Lower travel times can increase overall happiness and allow for more time to be spent with family and friends. While living in Horn Lake, your commute times will be about average, with a one way commute time of 27 minutes.

Whether you’re moving to a new area to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Horn Lake could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Mississippi if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. The best areas in Horn Lake and in surrounding cities are easier to find when you are able to make informed decisions. Using data from cost of living, health & safety, employment, you will see a detailed breakdown of the most important information as well as comparisons to the Mississippi and national averages.

Horn Lake, MS receives 60/100 for its livability score; this results in a ranking of #189 in Mississippi and #17,627 in the USA. Compared to the United States average, this area has a score which ranks among the lowest in the nation, and it is not considered a very livable city. If we dig a little deeper into each category within the livability score, we see that Horn Lake has higher than average rankings for the following: crime (A-) and housing (A+). On a less positive note, Horn Lake does not have favorable grades for the following: amenities (F), education (F) and employment (D). If we take a look at the data, we can find out why.

Crime rates can be the deciding factor for anyone looking to relocate to a new area, as the result is often a greater level of safety and security as well as an improved quality of life. Horn Lake gets top scores for their low violent crime rates of 150 crimes per 100,000 residents, which are significantly lower than the national average.

Finding affordable real estate and housing in Horn Lake can be tricky. Having said that, this area might be the place to get the best of both worlds. Based on factors like home/rental affordability and appreciation rates, this area has received an above average score in the housing category. A healthy real estate market can lead to wealth appreciation for property owners, as rising property values can contribute to homeowners' equity, financial stability and the ability to build long-term wealth.

Being close to public transit, grocery stores, parks and other conveniences are all important when weighing your options for a new home in Horn Lake. Before you determine if any of these amenities are available in the area, you will also want to know if the real estate prices in Horn Lake are affordable. Median real estate prices in Horn Lake come in at $114,300, which is 8.1% higher than the Mississippi average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Horn Lake, the home price to income ratio is 2.2, which is 15.4% lower than the Mississippi average.

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      Horn Lake transportation information

      Statistic Horn Lake Mississippi National
      Average one way commute27min24min26min
      Workers who drive to work87.9%84.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool10.2%9.7%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%0.4%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.3%1.5%2.8%
      Working from home1.3%2.2%4.6%
      Source: The Horn Lake, MS data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).