Algoma, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Algoma, Mississippi had a total population of 897, the 208th largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $58,125, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Algoma Quick Facts
How Algoma 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 | 1,065 | 897 | -15.8% |
| Median household income | $60,000 | $58,125 | -3.1% |
| Median home value | $201,500 | $186,500 | -7.4% |
How Algoma Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Algoma Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Pontotoc County
Cities Similar to Algoma
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcorn State University | 972 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Tucker | 807 | N/A | $69,700 | 2.0% | 32.1% |
| State Line | 1,016 | N/A | $65,700 | 4.1% | 37.3% |
| Mathiston | 775 | $59,236 | $155,000 | 23.3% | 17.2% |
| Falkner | 760 | $58,472 | $100,400 | 14.8% | 7.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 897, Algoma's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Algoma is a small community located in Mississippi, within Pontotoc County. The total population is 897. It ranks as the 208th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Algoma is 36.7 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Algoma is $58,125. This is 3% higher than the state median of $56,447. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.0%. This is 73% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $186,500. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $169,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 89.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Algoma is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 14.7%. The Black or African American population (14.7%) is well below the state average of 36.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (6.1% vs 3.7%).
Education
28.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 81.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Algoma, Mississippi is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Mississippi state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Algoma, Mississippi?
Algoma, Mississippi has a population of 897 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Algoma, MS?
The median household income in Algoma is $58,125, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Algoma, MS?
The poverty rate in Algoma is 5.0%. This means approximately 45 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Algoma, Mississippi?
Algoma's population is 75.5% White, 14.7% Black, 6.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Algoma, MS?
The median home value in Algoma is $186,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Algoma, Mississippi?
28.6% of adults (25+) in Algoma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.