Elizabeth, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elizabeth, Mississippi had a total population of 145, the 374th largest community in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Elizabeth Quick Facts
How Elizabeth 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 | 204 | 145 | -28.9% |
How Elizabeth 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Elizabeth Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Washington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville | 28,166 | $40,083 | 28.0% | $103,800 |
| Leland | 3,777 | $37,406 | 29.3% | $109,700 |
| Hollandale | 2,378 | $25,508 | 39.4% | $83,000 |
| Metcalfe | 1,068 | N/A | 29.3% | $71,800 |
| Glen Allan | 350 | N/A | 76.9% | $310,500 |
| Arcola | 204 | $27,875 | 43.1% | $87,000 |
| Winterville | 45 | N/A | 51.1% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Elizabeth
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falcon | 144 | N/A | $69,100 | 7.3% | 40.3% |
| Buckatunna | 140 | N/A | $9,999 | 0.0% | 54.3% |
| Eden | 151 | $53,056 | N/A | 6.2% | 27.8% |
| Bethlehem | 155 | N/A | N/A | 14.7% | 65.8% |
| Farrell | 133 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 145, Elizabeth'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
Elizabeth is a small community located in Mississippi, within Washington County. The total population is 145. It ranks as the 374th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elizabeth is 59.2 years. This is 53% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. With 40.0% of the population under 18, Elizabeth has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Elizabeth. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Elizabeth, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 29.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 57% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Elizabeth has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 9.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (9.7%) is well below the state average of 55.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (90.3% vs 36.3%).
Education
32.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% 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 83.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth, Mississippi?
Elizabeth, Mississippi has a population of 145 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elizabeth, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Elizabeth — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elizabeth, MS?
The ACS sample for Elizabeth recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Elizabeth, Mississippi?
Elizabeth's population is 9.7% White, 90.3% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elizabeth, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Elizabeth — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Elizabeth, Mississippi?
32.2% of adults (25+) in Elizabeth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.