Vicksburg : Mississippi

What Vicksburg is like for active adults

Vicksburg, Mississippi could very well become one of the "hot" retirement communities in the years to come. This small town of just over 25,000 is located on bluffs overlooking the Yazoo and Mississippi Rivers. It has old southern charm with squares, tree-lined streets, riverfront casinos, and the Vicksburg National Military Park. The park commemorates General U.S. Grant's successful siege of Vicksburg in 1863, one of the Civil War's most decisive battles.

Vicksburg is a town in transition. Armed with a new mayor and many enterprising local citizens, it has begun a massive renewal campaign focused on Washington Street. This old street facing the river had featured boarded up shops until just 3 years ago, today it is filled with bustling coffee shops, Lorelei Books, the Warehouse luxury hotel, and many boutiques. The project is still not finished, but piped in jazz and period street lamps give the street a wonderful feel. The U.S. Corps of Engineers is beginning work on a huge riverboat museum at the end of Washington Street. Tourists come here for the casinos, civil war tours, and tours of the many old mansions including the historic McRaven home.

Mississippi has a certified retirement community program and Vicksburg has been selected for that honor. The State has gone out of its way to welcome retirees with low taxes and other programs aimed at this important segment.

Living choices at this time are somewhat limited. There are many lovely homes near the river that either could be or have been restored. Prices are astonishingly low by coastal standards. There are also active adult communities in the surrounding area that many might find appealing. Many homes are available for sale for less than $100,000 - the cost of living is very low.

Edit | History

What is special about this retirement community

Unique place in civil war history. Huge National Military Park. Many beautiful homes to tour (or purchase!). Low prices and low taxes. Friendly people. Casinos. Old Court House Museum. New Army Corps of Engineers Interpretive Museum. Washington Street ambience. Tree-lined streets and squares. The potential that Vicksburg could take off and be a great real estate investment.

Edit | History

What is not special about this retirement community

it has been economically depressed a long time and still has a way to go. Hot summers. High crime

Edit | History

What kinds of people like retiring here

Anyone looking for a small town with historic ambiance, racial diversity, and plenty to do will like it here. People willing to take a chance will probably be greatly rewarded if the city becomes a popular retirement destination.

Edit | History

Local economy is driven by

Tourism, construction, health care. Viking Ranges has a large manufacturing plant near town.

Edit | History

Physical environment

Click Edit to add your suggestions

Edit | History

Cultural environment

Washington Street has a bookstore, as well as many galleries and boutiques. The 4 casinos in Vicksburg have a great deal of entertainment. Jackson, with several colleges and universities, is just 45 miles away. The Vicksburg Art Association. H.C. Porter is just one of the renowned artists in the area.

Edit | History

Medical facilities

River Region Medical Center is at 2100 Hgway 61 N

Edit | History

Transportation

Jackson Airport is a conveniently sized facility just 45 miles away

Edit | History

Valuable Links

Wikipedia on Vicksburg
Vicksburg City-Data
More community reviews at Topretirements
Visit Vicksburg
Mini-guide to retirement in Mississippi

Edit | History

Was this review helpful?

Yes

Please share your opinions on this community in the Forum
Register to become a Site Guide to Edit these sections or Add a Community If you have suggestions on how Topretirements.com could improve these reviews, contact us.
Suggest a community we want to know about your top retirement spots

Please note that all contributions to Topretirements may be edited, altered, or removed by other contributors. If you don't want your writing to be edited mercilessly, then don't submit it here. By submitting content and/or photographs here you agree to give Topretirements.com the rights to use them in any manner without cost or attribution.You are also promising us that you wrote this yourself, or copied it from a public domain or similar free resource (see Project:Copyrights for details). DO NOT SUBMIT COPYRIGHTED WORK WITHOUT PERMISSION!

Forward to a Friend | print

Facts about VICKSBURG

State: MS
Environment: Small Town,
City Population: 25,001-50,000
Median age of Population: 25-44
Avg Jan Temperature: 41-60
Median HH Income: 20,001-40,000
Average Home Price (MLS): Less than $100,000
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: Less than 2000
Total Crime Index: 121+ (very high)
Cost of Living Index: <80 (Very low)
Culture Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
State Sales Tax: Yes
State Income Tax: Yes
Name of the Guide: Boomer1

Can you add to or correct these Facts? Or do you have a photo of this community we could use? If so, please click on Edit these facts

Vote on the Ratings for Vicksburg

Total Ratings

1. Overall Retirement Ratings Discuss

Currently 0.00>/5
1
2
3
4
5