Meridian Station, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Meridian Station, Mississippi had a total population of 661, the 239th largest community in Mississippi, with a median household income of $64,773, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 69.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Mississippi.
- Unemployment rate of 8.7% is notably above the national average.
Meridian Station Quick Facts
How Meridian Station 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 | 739 | 661 | -10.6% |
| Median household income | $51,500 | $64,773 | +25.8% |
How Meridian Station 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Meridian Station Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Lauderdale County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian | 34,137 | $36,562 | 34.3% | $107,900 |
| Marion | 2,030 | $46,500 | 21.2% | $193,800 |
| Collinsville | 1,725 | $78,750 | 13.6% | $170,800 |
| Nellieburg | 1,197 | $60,577 | 34.7% | $137,500 |
| Toomsuba | 512 | $73,387 | 31.4% | $224,600 |
| Lauderdale | 317 | N/A | 9.2% | $43,200 |
Cities Similar to Meridian Station
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwater | 637 | $63,398 | $132,300 | 20.4% | 30.6% |
| Scooba | 718 | N/A | N/A | 23.1% | 48.9% |
| Elliott | 681 | $58,045 | $89,000 | 3.4% | 42.1% |
| Polkville | 713 | $67,031 | $97,500 | 12.9% | 18.0% |
| Lakeview | 596 | N/A | N/A | 13.8% | 10.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 661, Meridian Station'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
Meridian Station is a small community located in Mississippi, within Lauderdale County. The total population is 661. It ranks as the 239th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Meridian Station is 25.0 years. This is 35% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 10.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Meridian Station is $64,773. This is 15% higher than the state median of $56,447. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 66% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 8.7%. This is 51% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Meridian Station was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Meridian Station is White (non-Hispanic), making up 52.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 16.6%. The Black or African American population (16.6%) is well below the state average of 36.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (13.5% vs 3.7%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (7.1% vs 1.0%).
Education
69.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Meridian Station in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 176% 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 92.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Meridian Station, 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 Meridian Station, Mississippi?
Meridian Station, Mississippi has a population of 661 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Meridian Station, MS?
The median household income in Meridian Station is $64,773, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Meridian Station, MS?
The poverty rate in Meridian Station is 6.4%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Meridian Station, Mississippi?
Meridian Station's population is 52.2% White, 16.6% Black, 13.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Meridian Station, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Meridian Station — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Meridian Station, Mississippi?
69.3% of adults (25+) in Meridian Station hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.