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McComb, MS

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Comb through the city brimming with historic charm

Suburban Growing Affordable Diverse Welcoming Historic

Located midway between Jackson and Baton Rouge, McComb offers residents the many charms of a small town, with a laidback atmosphere and a strong sense of community. McComb celebrates and preserves its history with a slew of rustic buildings situated along Broadway (the town’s main thoroughfare), the McComb Railroad Museum, and numerous quaint homes as well as access to the McComb Legacies Civil Rights Tour and the MS Blues Trail.

Lush natural beauty is a highlight in this city. Residents enjoy an array of outdoor activities with convenience to Percy Quin State Park, Bogue Chitto Water Park, and nearby Homochitto National Forest. Quick access to I-55 connects McComb to destinations like New Orleans in less than two hours’ driving distance.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Mccomb, MS is $899 for one bedroom, $1,043 for two bedrooms, and $1,110 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mccomb has increased by 7.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$899/month
710 Sq Ft
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Transportation

37

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

37

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Otken Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-3

370 Students

Rating Unavailable

Mccomb Middle School

Public

Grades 4-6

314 Students

Rating Unavailable

Kennedy Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-K

224 Students

Rating Unavailable

Denman Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

334 Students

Rating Unavailable

Mccomb High School

Public

Grades 9-12

627 Students

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Restaurants

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If the close proximity to New Orleans isn't enough to make your taste buds stand up and pay attention, the easy access to fresh sea food should finish the job for you. McComb is home to some of the top seafood restaurants in the south, including: Mr. Whiskers, located near Percy Quinn State Park, Dixie Springs Café, and The Caboose, which offers a nod to McComb’s rich railroad past while delivering fine dining-quality seafood and steaks with a casual attitude.

McComb is also home to many popular chain restaurants to keep your palate pleased with familiar favorites from Applebee’s, Santa Fe Cattle Company, Ruby Tuesday, and Golden Corral. The thing to know about McComb, is that there’s a restaurant for almost every taste. Whether you’re in the mood for Chinese, Italian, or want to try a little bit of everything. McComb is fortunate to have a rather balanced mix of local dining gems and national chains to appease all kinds of restaurant preferences.