Grenada, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Grenada, Mississippi had a total population of 12,375, the 32nd largest city in Mississippi, with a median household income of $46,303, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 26.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Grenada Quick Facts
How Grenada 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 | 12,484 | 12,375 | -0.9% |
| Median household income | $42,470 | $46,303 | +9.0% |
| Median home value | $152,100 | $145,600 | -4.3% |
How Grenada 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Grenada Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Grenada County
Cities Similar to Grenada
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moss Point | 11,957 | $44,296 | $110,100 | 13.7% | 20.0% |
| McComb | 12,049 | $40,707 | $98,700 | 14.6% | 27.1% |
| Picayune | 11,900 | $41,213 | $157,100 | 16.2% | 20.6% |
| Corinth | 14,323 | $44,226 | $177,100 | 25.1% | 18.7% |
| Brookhaven | 11,650 | $36,685 | $121,900 | 21.3% | 28.6% |
Population Overview
Grenada is a small city located in Mississippi, within Grenada County. The total population is 12,375. It ranks as the 32nd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Grenada is 37.4 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Grenada is $46,303. This is 18% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 26.6%. This is 41% higher than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $145,600. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $169,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 56.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Grenada is Black or African American, making up 57.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 39.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (57.9% vs 36.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.
Education
25.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as 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 88.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Grenada, 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 Grenada, Mississippi?
Grenada, Mississippi has a population of 12,375 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Grenada, MS?
The median household income in Grenada is $46,303, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Grenada, MS?
The poverty rate in Grenada is 26.6%. This means approximately 3,204 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Grenada, Mississippi?
Grenada's population is 39.0% White, 57.9% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Grenada, MS?
The median home value in Grenada is $145,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Grenada, Mississippi?
25.3% of adults (25+) in Grenada hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.