Mathiston, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mathiston, Mississippi had a total population of 775, the 222nd largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $59,236, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mathiston Quick Facts
How Mathiston 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 | 842 | 775 | -8.0% |
| Median household income | $59,514 | $59,236 | -0.5% |
| Median home value | $125,900 | $155,000 | +23.1% |
How Mathiston 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+)
Mathiston Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Webster County
Cities Similar to Mathiston
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falkner | 760 | $58,472 | $100,400 | 14.8% | 7.6% |
| Tucker | 807 | N/A | $69,700 | 2.0% | 32.1% |
| Inverness | 740 | $58,250 | $142,700 | 22.2% | 18.1% |
| Myrtle | 771 | $65,833 | $158,600 | 12.2% | 18.6% |
| Scooba | 718 | N/A | N/A | 23.1% | 48.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 775, Mathiston'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
Mathiston is a small community located in Mississippi, within Webster County. The total population is 775. It ranks as the 222nd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mathiston is 40.0 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mathiston is $59,236. This is 5% higher than the state median of $56,447. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.2%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 51% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $155,000. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $169,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Mathiston is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mathiston is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 12.3%. The Black or African American population (12.3%) is well below the state average of 36.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 3.7%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.1% vs 1.0%).
Education
23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 89.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mathiston, 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 Mathiston, Mississippi?
Mathiston, Mississippi has a population of 775 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mathiston, MS?
The median household income in Mathiston is $59,236, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mathiston, MS?
The poverty rate in Mathiston is 17.2%. This means approximately 132 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mathiston, Mississippi?
Mathiston's population is 81.9% White, 12.3% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mathiston, MS?
The median home value in Mathiston is $155,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Mathiston, Mississippi?
23.3% of adults (25+) in Mathiston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.