Choctaw County, Mississippi Demographics 2026

Name: Choctaw County, Mississippi Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Choctaw County, Mississippi has a population of 8,172, the 75th most populous county in Mississippi. The median household income is $48,321 and the median home value is $104,500. The poverty rate is 15.9%.

Choctaw County Quick Facts

Population 8,172

Median Household Income $48,321

Median Home Value $104,500

Poverty Rate 15.9%

Unemployment Rate 8.3%

Median Age 43.0 years

Homeownership Rate 80.3%

Affordability Ratio 2.2x

Bachelor's Degree+ 18.6%

High School Graduation 85.8%

Cities/Places 3

Population 8,172 75th of 82

Median Income $48,321 12% lower than state

Poverty Rate 15.9%

Unemployment 8.3%

Median Household Income

Choctaw

$48,321

$54,915

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Choctaw

$104,500

$161,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 24.2%

$25K-$50K 27.1%

$50K-$100K 28.2%

$100K+ 20.5%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.2%

$10K-$15K

6.8%

$15K-$20K

6.4%

$20K-$25K

7.9%

$25K-$30K

6.0%

$30K-$35K

6.0%

$35K-$40K

5.7%

$40K-$45K

6.4%

$45K-$50K

3.0%

$50K-$60K

9.6%

$60K-$75K

6.5%

$75K-$100K

12.1%

$100K-$125K

8.5%

$125K-$150K

6.3%

$150K-$200K

3.9%

$200K+

1.8%

Employment

8.3% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0%|National: 5.2%

50.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.3%

Renter 19.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.3%

18-34

18.7%

35-54

22.8%

55-74

25.8%

75+

11.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 55 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cities & Places in Choctaw County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Ackerman	1,906	$47,917	19.6%	$131,000
Weir	759	$40,000	32.9%	$71,600
French Camp	235	$95,417	20.4%	$343,800

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Population Overview

Choctaw County is located in Mississippi with a total population of 8,172. It is the 75th most populous county out of 82 in Mississippi. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Choctaw County is 43.0 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. 11.4% 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 Choctaw County is $48,321. This is 12% lower than the state median of $54,915. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $78,538. The poverty rate stands at 15.9%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 19.1%. The unemployment rate is 8.3%. This is 38% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $104,500. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $161,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Choctaw County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 69.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Choctaw County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 67.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 29.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 3.6%.

Education

18.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 85.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Choctaw County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023), with comparisons drawn against Mississippi 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 Choctaw County, Mississippi?

Choctaw County has a population of 8,172, making it the 75th most populous county in Mississippi.

What is the median income in Choctaw County?

The median household income in Choctaw County is $48,321 with a poverty rate of 15.9%.

How many cities are in Choctaw County, Mississippi?

Choctaw County contains 3 Census-designated places.