Booneville, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Booneville, Mississippi had a total population of 9,246, the 45th largest city in Mississippi, with a median household income of $50,879, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Booneville Quick Facts
How Booneville 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 | 9,060 | 9,246 | +2.1% |
| Median household income | $50,112 | $50,879 | +1.5% |
| Median home value | $123,500 | $136,700 | +10.7% |
How Booneville 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+)
Booneville Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Prentiss County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeler | 524 | N/A | 0.0% | $184,000 |
| Jumpertown | 360 | $44,583 | 22.2% | $128,600 |
| Marietta | 195 | $47,396 | 13.3% | $120,800 |
| New Site | 120 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Booneville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianola | 9,062 | $41,708 | $108,800 | 21.0% | 30.6% |
| Senatobia | 8,380 | $54,167 | $212,100 | 29.0% | 26.4% |
| St. Martin | 8,139 | $55,000 | $172,400 | 17.3% | 17.2% |
| New Albany | 7,663 | $51,332 | $161,400 | 25.8% | 14.8% |
| Cleveland | 10,623 | $44,074 | $159,300 | 34.8% | 29.3% |
Population Overview
Booneville is a small city located in Mississippi, within Prentiss County. The total population is 9,246. It ranks as the 45th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Booneville is 34.0 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Booneville is $50,879. This is 10% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.1%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $136,700. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $169,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Booneville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Booneville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.3%.
Education
28.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 89.6%. Notably, 16.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Booneville, 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 Booneville, Mississippi?
Booneville, Mississippi has a population of 9,246 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Booneville, MS?
The median household income in Booneville is $50,879, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Booneville, MS?
The poverty rate in Booneville is 15.1%. This means approximately 1,233 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Booneville, Mississippi?
Booneville's population is 70.2% White, 21.3% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Booneville, MS?
The median home value in Booneville is $136,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Booneville, Mississippi?
28.4% of adults (25+) in Booneville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.