Mississippi County, Arkansas Demographics 2026

Name: Mississippi County, Arkansas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Mississippi County, Arkansas has a population of 39,126, the 18th most populous county in Arkansas. The median household income is $52,548 and the median home value is $122,500. The poverty rate is 21.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Mississippi County Quick Facts

Population 39,126

Median Household Income $52,548

Median Home Value $122,500

Poverty Rate 21.1%

Unemployment Rate 6.9%

Median Age 37.3 years

Homeownership Rate 60.0%

Affordability Ratio 2.3x

Bachelor's Degree+ 13.7%

High School Graduation 85.9%

Cities/Places 17

Population 39,126 18th of 75

Median Income $52,548 14% lower than state

Poverty Rate 21.1%

Unemployment 6.9%

How Mississippi County Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	39,749	39,126	-1.6%
Median household income	$53,428	$52,548	-1.6%
Median home value	$115,800	$122,500	+5.8%

Median Household Income

Mississippi

$52,548

$60,773

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Mississippi

$122,500

$188,000

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 27.3%

$25K-$50K 21.1%

$50K-$100K 27.9%

$100K+ 23.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

10.1%

$10K-$15K

7.3%

$15K-$20K

5.3%

$20K-$25K

4.5%

$25K-$30K

5.7%

$30K-$35K

3.1%

$35K-$40K

3.9%

$40K-$45K

4.6%

$45K-$50K

3.7%

$50K-$60K

7.3%

$60K-$75K

9.6%

$75K-$100K

11.1%

$100K-$125K

7.0%

$125K-$150K

4.4%

$150K-$200K

6.6%

$200K+

5.8%

Employment

6.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9%|National: 5.2%

59.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 60.0%

Renter 40.0%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $830/mo 19.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.9%

18-34

21.1%

35-54

24.5%

55-74

22.7%

75+

5.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 51 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cities & Places in Mississippi County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Blytheville	12,790	$47,865	24.2%	$119,000
Osceola	6,688	$46,202	26.2%	$99,900
Manila	3,691	$55,792	8.5%	$172,000
Gosnell	2,778	$61,130	21.6%	$98,700
Leachville	1,852	$51,406	27.2%	$111,800
Wilson	1,023	$78,646	6.3%	$145,300
Keiser	774	$56,667	14.9%	$128,700
Luxora	741	N/A	50.7%	$31,700
Joiner	454	$26,029	43.6%	$57,000
Armorel	345	$137,917	0.6%	$210,500
Etowah	316	$24,659	37.1%	$82,800
Dyess	289	N/A	29.1%	$70,000
Burdette	233	$122,188	9.9%	$108,600
Dell	176	$75,000	7.4%	$167,300
Bassett	118	$49,688	12.7%	$55,900
Marie	50	$44,464	26.0%	$207,100
Birdsong	35	$12,917	48.6%	$56,700

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Population Overview

Mississippi County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 39,126. It is the 18th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas. The county encompasses 17 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mississippi County is 37.3 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mississippi County is $52,548. This is 14% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.1%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 40% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $122,500. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Mississippi County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 60.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 66.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Mississippi County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 55.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 34.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (34.4% vs 14.6%). The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.

Education

13.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 25.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Mississippi County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Arkansas and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Mississippi County, Arkansas?

Mississippi County has a population of 39,126, making it the 18th most populous county in Arkansas.

What is the median income in Mississippi County?

The median household income in Mississippi County is $52,548 with a poverty rate of 21.1%.

How many cities are in Mississippi County, Arkansas?

Mississippi County contains 17 Census-designated places.