New Hamilton, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Hamilton, Mississippi had a total population of 480, the 267th largest community in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
New Hamilton Quick Facts
How New Hamilton 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 | 491 | 480 | -2.2% |
How New Hamilton 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+)
New Hamilton Rankings in Mississippi
Explore Mississippi Rankings
Other Cities in Monroe County
Cities Similar to New Hamilton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standing Pine | 479 | N/A | $83,700 | 0.0% | 27.8% |
| Duncan | 477 | $49,041 | N/A | 7.4% | 20.3% |
| Merigold | 484 | $51,250 | $138,300 | 31.1% | 4.8% |
| Kearney Park | 485 | N/A | N/A | 27.8% | 12.4% |
| Hickory | 471 | $59,000 | $107,800 | 14.3% | 19.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 480, New Hamilton'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
New Hamilton is a small community located in Mississippi, within Monroe County. The total population is 480. It ranks as the 267th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Hamilton is 56.4 years. This is 46% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 34.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in New Hamilton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 88.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in New Hamilton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.8% of the population. Asian residents account for 17.9%. The Black or African American population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 36.3%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (17.9% vs 1.0%).
Education
24.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% 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 71.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Hamilton, 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 New Hamilton, Mississippi?
New Hamilton, Mississippi has a population of 480 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Hamilton, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for New Hamilton — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Hamilton, MS?
The poverty rate in New Hamilton is 9.4%. This means approximately 45 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of New Hamilton, Mississippi?
New Hamilton's population is 78.8% White, 3.3% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 17.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Hamilton, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for New Hamilton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is New Hamilton, Mississippi?
24.5% of adults (25+) in New Hamilton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.