Kearney Park, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kearney Park, Mississippi had a total population of 485, the 265th largest community in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 12.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Kearney Park Quick Facts
How Kearney Park 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 | 703 | 485 | -31.0% |
How Kearney Park 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+)
Kearney Park Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Madison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison | 27,946 | $119,338 | 4.8% | $352,900 |
| Ridgeland | 24,587 | $66,038 | 9.9% | $275,200 |
| Canton | 10,811 | $38,337 | 33.3% | $112,000 |
| Gluckstadt | 3,236 | $124,348 | 5.3% | $316,600 |
| Flora | 2,331 | $36,513 | 27.9% | $204,800 |
Cities Similar to Kearney Park
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merigold | 484 | $51,250 | $138,300 | 31.1% | 4.8% |
| New Hamilton | 480 | N/A | N/A | 24.5% | 9.4% |
| Standing Pine | 479 | N/A | $83,700 | 0.0% | 27.8% |
| Duncan | 477 | $49,041 | N/A | 7.4% | 20.3% |
| Hickory | 471 | $59,000 | $107,800 | 14.3% | 19.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 485, Kearney Park'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
Kearney Park is a small community located in Mississippi, within Madison County. The total population is 485. It ranks as the 265th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kearney Park is 17.0 years. This is 56% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 54.0% of the population under 18, Kearney Park has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Kearney Park, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 66.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Kearney Park is Black or African American, making up 66.8% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 33.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (66.8% vs 36.3%).
Education
27.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 91.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kearney Park, 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 Kearney Park, Mississippi?
Kearney Park, Mississippi has a population of 485 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kearney Park, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Kearney Park — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kearney Park, MS?
The poverty rate in Kearney Park is 12.4%. This means approximately 60 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kearney Park, Mississippi?
Kearney Park's population is 33.2% White, 66.8% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kearney Park, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Kearney Park — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Kearney Park, Mississippi?
27.8% of adults (25+) in Kearney Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.