Dumas town, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Dumas town, Mississippi Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.8x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Dumas town, Mississippi has a total population of 358, the 302nd largest city in Mississippi, with a median household income of $57,000, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.1%.

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Dumas town Quick Facts

Population 358

Median Household Income $57,000

Median Home Value $101,300

Poverty Rate 12.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.3%

Median Age 43.0 years

Homeownership Rate 88.6%

Affordability Ratio 1.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.4%

High School Graduation Rate 86.5%

Diversity Index 1/100

Population 358 302nd of 419

Median Income $57,000 top 30%

Poverty Rate 12.1% 3% lower national

Median Home Value $101,300 average

How Dumas town Compares

Median Household Income

Dumas town

$57,000

$54,915

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Dumas town

$101,300

$161,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.3%

$25K-$50K 20.7%

$50K-$100K 41.4%

$100K+ 18.6%

Employment

2.3% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0% | National: 5.2%

58.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.6%

Renter 11.4%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.0%

18-34

24.3%

35-54

33.8%

55-74

20.7%

75+

4.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Dumas town Rankings in Mississippi

#302 Population of 419

#105 Median Income of 419

#273 Education of 419

#208 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Dumas town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Clara CDP	354	N/A	$86,700	50.0%	0.0%
Osyka town	368	N/A	$86,000	7.8%	40.2%
Runnelstown CDP	347	N/A	N/A	36.4%	31.1%
Abbeville town	358	$61,563	$148,200	22.0%	6.7%
Bovina CDP	341	N/A	$177,900	57.0%	17.0%

Population Overview

Dumas town is a small community located in Mississippi. The total population is 358. It ranks as the 302nd most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Mississippi.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dumas town is 43.0 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dumas town is $57,000. This is 4% higher than the state median of $54,915. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 27% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 19.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $101,300. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $161,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Dumas town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 69.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Dumas town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.7% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (99.7% vs 55.4%).

Education

12.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 86.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dumas town, 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 Dumas town, Mississippi?

Dumas town, Mississippi has a population of 358 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dumas town, MS?

The median household income in Dumas town is $57,000, which is 27% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Dumas town, MS?

The poverty rate in Dumas town is 12.1%. This means approximately 43 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dumas town, Mississippi?

Dumas town's population is 99.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dumas town, MS?

The median home value in Dumas town is $101,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.

How educated is Dumas town, Mississippi?

12.4% of adults (25+) in Dumas town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.