Leflore County, Mississippi Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Leflore County is located in Mississippi with a total population of 27,432. It is the 33rd most populous county out of 82 in Mississippi.

Age Demographics

The median age in Leflore County is 34.5 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Leflore County is $33,188. This is 40% lower than the state median of $54,915. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 58% lower. The poverty rate stands at 31.9%. This is 68% higher than the state poverty rate of 19.1%. 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 11.7%. This is 94% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $98,200. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $161,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 54.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 69.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Leflore County is Black or African American, making up 74.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 21.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (21.0%) is well below the state average of 55.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (74.5% vs 36.9%).

Education

20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 82.8%.