Neshoba County, Mississippi Demographics 2026
Neshoba County, Mississippi has a population of 28,927, the 28th most populous county in Mississippi. The median household income is $53,087 and the median home value is $96,600. The poverty rate is 25.1%.
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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: 55 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Neshoba County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 7,030 | $36,781 | 32.2% | $95,600 |
| Pearl River | 4,403 | $46,295 | 26.9% | $55,000 |
| Union | 2,289 | $42,791 | 30.3% | $105,600 |
| Tucker | 497 | $66,417 | 46.7% | N/A |
| Bogue Chitto (Kemper and Neshoba Counties) | 441 | N/A | 5.7% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Neshoba County is located in Mississippi with a total population of 28,927. It is the 28th most populous county out of 82 in Mississippi. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Neshoba County is 37.7 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 38.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Neshoba County is $53,087. This is 3% lower than the state median of $54,915. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $78,538. The poverty rate stands at 25.1%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 19.1%. 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 8.1%. This is 35% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $96,600. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $161,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Neshoba County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 69.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Neshoba County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.6%.
Education
16.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 24.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Neshoba County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023), with comparisons drawn against Mississippi and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Neshoba County, Mississippi?
Neshoba County has a population of 28,927, making it the 28th most populous county in Mississippi.
What is the median income in Neshoba County?
The median household income in Neshoba County is $53,087 with a poverty rate of 25.1%.
How many cities are in Neshoba County, Mississippi?
Neshoba County contains 5 Census-designated places.