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Hancock County
City in Mississippi, United States
Overview
Hancock County, set on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, combines small-town Southern charm with scenic waterfront attractions. Its lively arts community, historic downtowns, and abundant outdoor activities make it an appealing spot for both relaxation and exploration.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Mississippi
Population
29,095
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
30.39°, -89.47°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$2,375
Local Cost
$1,540
Local Income
$2,500
Cashless
60
English
100
Temperature
19.8°C
Summer Avg
27.5°C
Winter Avg
11.5°C
Record High
41.3°C
Record Low
-8.5°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1599 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GPT
Distance
38 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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