McCool, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, McCool, Mississippi had a total population of 93, the 397th largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $53,750, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 26.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
McCool Quick Facts
How McCool 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 | 77 | 93 | +20.8% |
| Median household income | $56,458 | $53,750 | -4.8% |
How McCool 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+)
McCool Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Attala County
Cities Similar to McCool
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace | 91 | N/A | N/A | 23.0% | 0.0% |
| Valley Park | 95 | $55,917 | $157,400 | 3.2% | 13.7% |
| Moselle | 89 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Dennis | 85 | N/A | $112,000 | 0.0% | 11.8% |
| Darling | 82 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 30.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 93, McCool'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
McCool is a small community located in Mississippi, within Attala County. The total population is 93. It ranks as the 397th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in McCool is 63.8 years. This is 65% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 24.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in McCool is $53,750. This is 5% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 26.9%. This is 42% 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 6.3%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. 93.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in McCool was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for McCool, 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 McCool, Mississippi?
McCool, Mississippi has a population of 93 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in McCool, MS?
The median household income in McCool is $53,750, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in McCool, MS?
The poverty rate in McCool is 26.9%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of McCool, Mississippi?
McCool's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in McCool, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for McCool — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is McCool, Mississippi?
18.9% of adults (25+) in McCool hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.