B+

University Heights

Hattiesburg, MS

Crime Score: B+ - Average crime

2,045
Population
$49,753
Median Income
$127,144
Median Home Value
37.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 139
Robbery 159
Burglary 86
Larceny/Theft 154
Vehicle Theft 145

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$127,144
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
53.1%
Renter Occupied
46.9%
Vacant
10.6%

Cost of Living

8% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -5%
🛒 Food & Groceries -10%
🚗 Transportation -9%
🏥 Healthcare -13%
💡 Utilities -5%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

14.5%
High School+
30.0%
Bachelor's+
16.4%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
64.7%
Black/African American
31.2%
Hispanic/Latino
2.1%
Asian
1.8%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
60° / 37°F
Summer (Jul)
93° / 70°F
🌧️
62.7"
Annual Rain
❄️
1.0"
Annual Snow

About University Heights

University Heights is a neighborhood located in Hattiesburg, MS. With a crime score of B+, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 2,045 residents with a median household income of $49,753 .

Safety Tips

  • Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
  • Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
  • Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
  • Report suspicious activity to local authorities