Meadville, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Meadville, Mississippi had a total population of 535, the 259th largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $56,472, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 10.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
Meadville Quick Facts
How Meadville 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 | 569 | 535 | -6.0% |
| Median household income | $56,378 | $56,472 | +0.2% |
| Median home value | $85,200 | $88,000 | +3.3% |
How Meadville 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+)
Meadville Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Franklin County
Cities Similar to Meadville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheeler | 524 | N/A | $184,000 | 33.5% | 0.0% |
| Shubuta | 553 | $55,000 | $85,700 | 6.2% | 4.9% |
| Benoit | 509 | N/A | $83,100 | 11.7% | 38.3% |
| Sherman | 545 | $52,404 | $158,900 | 14.2% | 22.8% |
| Kearney Park | 485 | N/A | N/A | 27.8% | 12.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 535, Meadville'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
Meadville is a small community located in Mississippi, within Franklin County. The total population is 535. It ranks as the 259th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Meadville is 54.4 years. This is 41% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 13.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 11.4% 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 Meadville is $56,472. This is about the same as the state median of $56,447. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. The median home value is $88,000. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $169,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Meadville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Meadville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 20.2%.
Education
10.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 81.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Meadville, 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 Meadville, Mississippi?
Meadville, Mississippi has a population of 535 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Meadville, MS?
The median household income in Meadville is $56,472, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Meadville, MS?
The poverty rate in Meadville is 11.1%. This means approximately 51 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Meadville, Mississippi?
Meadville's population is 75.9% White, 20.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Meadville, MS?
The median home value in Meadville is $88,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Meadville, Mississippi?
10.0% of adults (25+) in Meadville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.