Lena, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lena, Mississippi had a total population of 169, the 368th largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $96,786, which is 71% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 71% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Mississippi.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.
Lena Quick Facts
How Lena 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 | 144 | 169 | +17.4% |
| Median household income | $93,750 | $96,786 | +3.2% |
| Median home value | $116,700 | $109,100 | -6.5% |
How Lena 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+)
Lena Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Leake County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carthage | 4,866 | $42,254 | 29.7% | $154,800 |
| Walnut Grove | 737 | $42,634 | 26.5% | $85,900 |
| Redwater | 637 | $63,398 | 30.6% | $132,300 |
| Standing Pine | 479 | N/A | 27.8% | $83,700 |
Cities Similar to Lena
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montrose | 168 | N/A | $229,200 | 21.3% | 3.6% |
| Jacinto | 167 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Kokomo | 172 | $96,324 | N/A | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| West | 175 | $88,977 | $82,900 | 16.3% | 2.3% |
| Bethlehem | 155 | N/A | N/A | 14.7% | 65.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 169, Lena'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
Lena is a small community located in Mississippi, within Leake County. The total population is 169. It ranks as the 368th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lena is 43.9 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lena is $96,786. This is 71% higher than the state median of $56,447. It is also 20% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.9%. This is 69% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 61% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $109,100. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $169,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Lena is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lena has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.3% vs 55.2%). The Black or African American population (7.1%) is well below the state average of 36.3%.
Education
35.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 81.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lena, 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 Lena, Mississippi?
Lena, Mississippi has a population of 169 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lena, MS?
The median household income in Lena is $96,786, which is 20% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lena, MS?
The poverty rate in Lena is 5.9%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lena, Mississippi?
Lena's population is 89.3% White, 7.1% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lena, MS?
The median home value in Lena is $109,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Lena, Mississippi?
35.4% of adults (25+) in Lena hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.