Amory city, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Amory city, Mississippi Demographics
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As of 2026, Amory city, Mississippi has a total population of 6,564, the 57th largest city in Mississippi, with a median household income of $51,592, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.6%.

Amory city Quick Facts

Population 6,564

Median Household Income $51,592

Median Home Value $140,700

Poverty Rate 16.6%

Unemployment Rate 7.1%

Median Age 40.7 years

Homeownership Rate 63.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.5%

High School Graduation Rate 85.5%

Diversity Index 53/100

Population 6,564 57th of 419

Median Income $51,592 above average

Poverty Rate 16.6% 33% higher national

Median Home Value $140,700 above average

How Amory city Compares

Median Household Income

Amory city

$51,592

$54,915

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Amory city

$140,700

$161,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.1%

$25K-$50K 19.1%

$50K-$100K 29.7%

$100K+ 22.1%

Employment

7.1% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0% | National: 5.2%

63.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.5%

Renter 36.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.9%

18-34

21.4%

35-54

27.2%

55-74

19.9%

75+

8.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Amory city Rankings in Mississippi

#57 Population of 419

#135 Median Income of 419

#202 Education of 419

#111 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Amory city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Holly Springs city	6,861	$47,344	$110,900	13.7%	24.4%
Gulf Park Estates CDP	6,517	$62,100	$196,800	30.1%	4.6%
Latimer CDP	6,474	$66,016	$178,500	14.7%	17.8%
Waveland city	7,066	$58,795	$201,800	23.8%	12.7%
Pontotoc city	5,717	$50,230	$144,300	19.8%	18.4%

Population Overview

Amory city is a small city located in Mississippi. The total population is 6,564. It ranks as the 57th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Mississippi.

Age Demographics

The median age in Amory city is 40.7 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Amory city is $51,592. This is 6% lower than the state median of $54,915. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 34% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.6%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 19.1%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $140,700. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $161,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Amory city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 69.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Amory city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 29.5%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.0%.

Education

17.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 24.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Amory city, Mississippi is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Mississippi state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 419 Census-designated places in Mississippi. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Amory city, Mississippi?

Amory city, Mississippi has a population of 6,564 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Amory city, MS?

The median household income in Amory city is $51,592, which is 34% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Amory city, MS?

The poverty rate in Amory city is 16.6%. This means approximately 1,027 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Amory city, Mississippi?

Amory city's population is 61.7% White, 29.5% Black, 4.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Amory city, MS?

The median home value in Amory city is $140,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Amory city, Mississippi?

17.5% of adults (25+) in Amory city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.