Morgan City, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Morgan City, Mississippi had a total population of 130, the 383rd largest town in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 31.5%.
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 (31.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Morgan City Quick Facts
How Morgan City 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 | 172 | 130 | -24.4% |
| Median home value | $102,500 | $89,400 | -12.8% |
How Morgan City 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+)
Morgan City Rankings in Mississippi
Explore Mississippi Rankings
Other Cities in Leflore County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood | 14,086 | $35,473 | 28.3% | $108,900 |
| Itta Bena | 1,967 | $36,033 | 20.1% | $87,400 |
| Mississippi Valley State University | 741 | $75,425 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Schlater | 187 | $67,847 | 21.4% | N/A |
| Sidon | 186 | $21,979 | 12.9% | $82,900 |
Cities Similar to Morgan City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paden | 131 | $51,042 | $75,000 | 18.8% | 16.8% |
| Skene | 129 | N/A | N/A | 24.8% | 0.0% |
| Winstonville | 132 | N/A | $162,500 | 37.1% | 33.3% |
| Woodland | 132 | N/A | N/A | 1.0% | 21.2% |
| Panther Burn | 128 | $67,344 | N/A | 40.0% | 3.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 130, Morgan City'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
Morgan City is a small community located in Mississippi, within Leflore County. The total population is 130. It ranks as the 383rd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Morgan City is 32.8 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 31.5%. This is 67% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Morgan City, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $89,400. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $169,800. 56.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Morgan City is Black or African American, making up 84.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 15.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (15.4%) is well below the state average of 55.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (84.6% vs 36.3%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 71.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Morgan City, 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.
Free data download: Get all Mississippi city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Morgan City, Mississippi?
Morgan City, Mississippi has a population of 130 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Morgan City, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Morgan City — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Morgan City, MS?
The poverty rate in Morgan City is 31.5%. This means approximately 41 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Morgan City, Mississippi?
Morgan City's population is 15.4% White, 84.6% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Morgan City, MS?
The median home value in Morgan City is $89,400.
How educated is Morgan City, Mississippi?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Morgan City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.