Marshall County, Mississippi Demographics 2026
Marshall County, Mississippi has a population of 33,979, the 22nd most populous county in Mississippi. The median household income is $53,458 and the median home value is $167,900. The poverty rate is 23.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Marshall County Quick Facts
How Marshall County 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 | 33,899 | 33,979 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $51,875 | $53,458 | +3.1% |
| Median home value | $172,200 | $167,900 | -2.5% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Marshall County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Springs | 6,704 | $45,462 | 31.1% | $109,600 |
| Byhalia | 1,588 | $38,500 | 34.9% | $133,100 |
| Victoria | 1,121 | $70,143 | 36.8% | $209,100 |
| Mount Pleasant | 391 | $60,267 | 13.8% | N/A |
| Potts Camp | 387 | $41,875 | 20.9% | $109,400 |
| Bethlehem | 155 | N/A | 65.8% | N/A |
| Waterford | 33 | $32,917 | 51.5% | N/A |
| Red Banks | 25 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Marshall County is located in Mississippi with a total population of 33,979. It is the 22nd most populous county out of 82 in Mississippi. The county encompasses 8 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Marshall County is 41.9 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Marshall County is $53,458. This is 5% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.0%. This is 22% 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 4.4%. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $167,900. Housing costs are 1% lower than the state median of $169,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Marshall County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 47.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 42.8%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.0%.
Education
14.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% lower 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 figures for Marshall County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Mississippi and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Marshall County, Mississippi?
Marshall County has a population of 33,979, making it the 22nd most populous county in Mississippi.
What is the median income in Marshall County?
The median household income in Marshall County is $53,458 with a poverty rate of 23.0%.
How many cities are in Marshall County, Mississippi?
Marshall County contains 8 Census-designated places.