Farmington town, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Farmington town, Mississippi Demographics
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As of 2026, Farmington town, Mississippi has a total population of 2,044, the 126th largest city in Mississippi, with a median household income of $50,294, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.8%.

Farmington town Quick Facts

Population 2,044

Median Household Income $50,294

Median Home Value $132,300

Poverty Rate 19.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.5%

Median Age 35.3 years

Homeownership Rate 70.0%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.3%

High School Graduation Rate 92.5%

Diversity Index 23/100

Population 2,044 126th of 419

Median Income $50,294 above average

Poverty Rate 19.8% 59% higher national

Median Home Value $132,300 above average

How Farmington town Compares

Median Household Income

Farmington town

$50,294

$54,915

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Farmington town

$132,300

$161,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.6%

$25K-$50K 32.1%

$50K-$100K 27.4%

$100K+ 22.9%

Employment

2.5% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0% | National: 5.2%

56.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.0%

Renter 30.0%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.6%

18-34

21.1%

35-54

24.4%

55-74

20.3%

75+

6.5%

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+)

Farmington town Rankings in Mississippi

#126 Population of 419

#141 Median Income of 419

#205 Education of 419

#122 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Farmington town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cleary CDP	2,060	N/A	N/A	27.4%	17.5%
Tylertown town	2,023	N/A	$117,200	15.1%	38.2%
Bay Springs city	2,021	$49,183	$147,600	17.6%	17.2%
Eupora city	2,036	$52,546	$96,800	19.5%	20.4%
Decatur town	2,025	$47,258	$125,800	20.2%	37.0%

Population Overview

Farmington town is a small community located in Mississippi. The total population is 2,044. It ranks as the 126th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Mississippi.

Age Demographics

The median age in Farmington town is 35.3 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Farmington town is $50,294. This is 8% lower than the state median of $54,915. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 36% lower. The poverty rate stands at 19.8%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 19.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $132,300. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $161,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Farmington town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Farmington town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (87.4% vs 55.4%). The Black or African American population (7.6%) is well below the state average of 36.9%.

Education

17.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 92.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Farmington 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 Farmington town, Mississippi?

Farmington town, Mississippi has a population of 2,044 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Farmington town is $50,294, which is 36% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Farmington town, MS?

The poverty rate in Farmington town is 19.8%. This means approximately 400 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Farmington town, Mississippi?

Farmington town's population is 87.4% White, 7.6% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Farmington town is $132,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Farmington town, Mississippi?

17.3% of adults (25+) in Farmington town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.