Eudora, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eudora, Mississippi had a total population of 620, the 245th largest community in Mississippi, with a median household income of $89,391, which is 58% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 58% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Mississippi.
Eudora Quick Facts
How Eudora 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 | 605 | 620 | +2.5% |
| Median household income | $76,689 | $89,391 | +16.6% |
| Median home value | $242,600 | $263,900 | +8.8% |
How Eudora 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+)
Eudora Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in DeSoto County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southaven | 56,226 | $78,483 | 12.6% | $236,300 |
| Olive Branch | 47,019 | $100,606 | 4.6% | $290,000 |
| Horn Lake | 26,647 | $53,311 | 19.0% | $171,400 |
| Hernando | 17,949 | $76,950 | 8.8% | $315,900 |
| Bridgetown | 3,195 | $139,224 | 1.0% | $344,500 |
| Lynchburg | 2,161 | $88,750 | 7.1% | $222,300 |
| Walls | 1,426 | $58,920 | 16.2% | $193,300 |
| Lakeview | 596 | N/A | 10.1% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Eudora
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview | 596 | N/A | N/A | 13.8% | 10.1% |
| Scooba | 718 | N/A | N/A | 23.1% | 48.9% |
| Wheeler | 524 | N/A | $184,000 | 33.5% | 0.0% |
| Benton | 603 | $66,979 | N/A | 23.1% | 6.1% |
| Thaxton | 688 | $77,500 | $231,500 | 25.2% | 16.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 620, Eudora'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
Eudora is a small community located in Mississippi, within DeSoto County. The total population is 620. It ranks as the 245th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eudora is 37.1 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 8.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eudora is $89,391. This is 58% higher than the state median of $56,447. It is also 11% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 56% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Eudora, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $263,900. Housing costs are 55% higher than the state median of $169,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 97.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Eudora is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.0%.
Education
24.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% lower 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 79.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eudora, 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 Eudora, Mississippi?
Eudora, Mississippi has a population of 620 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eudora, MS?
The median household income in Eudora is $89,391, which is 11% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eudora, MS?
The poverty rate in Eudora is 8.2%. This means approximately 51 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eudora, Mississippi?
Eudora's population is 78.2% White, 21.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eudora, MS?
The median home value in Eudora is $263,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Eudora, Mississippi?
24.1% of adults (25+) in Eudora hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.