Boyle, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boyle, Mississippi had a total population of 414, the 283rd largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $42,143, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 41.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Mississippi.
- Unemployment rate of 11.7% is notably above the national average.
Boyle Quick Facts
How Boyle 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 | 641 | 414 | -35.4% |
| Median household income | $39,926 | $42,143 | +5.6% |
How Boyle 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
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Boyle Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Bolivar County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | 10,623 | $44,074 | 29.3% | $159,300 |
| Rosedale | 1,703 | $18,696 | 57.5% | $103,600 |
| Shelby | 1,700 | $25,948 | 55.6% | $90,400 |
| Shaw | 1,508 | $30,469 | 37.5% | $102,100 |
| Mound Bayou | 1,449 | $23,732 | 46.4% | $65,700 |
| Renova | 978 | $25,625 | 57.1% | $105,700 |
| Benoit | 509 | N/A | 38.3% | $83,100 |
| Merigold | 484 | $51,250 | 4.8% | $138,300 |
| Duncan | 477 | $49,041 | 20.3% | N/A |
| Gunnison | 392 | N/A | 33.4% | $57,000 |
Cities Similar to Boyle
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Bend | 408 | N/A | $166,100 | 19.1% | 8.3% |
| Osyka | 411 | $41,042 | $85,600 | 8.4% | 21.4% |
| Roxie | 428 | N/A | $64,500 | 13.8% | 44.2% |
| Hermanville | 400 | N/A | $18,800 | 11.9% | 7.2% |
| North Tunica | 429 | N/A | $166,400 | 3.3% | 62.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 414, Boyle'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
Boyle is a small community located in Mississippi, within Bolivar County. The total population is 414. It ranks as the 283rd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Boyle is 53.1 years. This is 38% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 12.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Boyle is $42,143. This is 25% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.4%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 11.7%. This is 104% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. 86.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Boyle is White (non-Hispanic), making up 49.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 32.1%.
Education
41.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Boyle in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 66% 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 93.7%. Notably, 31.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Boyle, 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 Boyle, Mississippi?
Boyle, Mississippi has a population of 414 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Boyle, MS?
The median household income in Boyle is $42,143, which is 48% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Boyle, MS?
The poverty rate in Boyle is 16.4%. This means approximately 68 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Boyle, Mississippi?
Boyle's population is 49.8% White, 32.1% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Boyle, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Boyle — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Boyle, Mississippi?
41.7% of adults (25+) in Boyle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 31.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.