New Site, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Site, Mississippi had a total population of 120, the 391st largest community in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 36.6% is notably above the national average.
New Site Quick Facts
How New Site 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 | 226 | 120 | -46.9% |
How New Site 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
New Site Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Prentiss County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booneville | 9,246 | $50,879 | 15.1% | $136,700 |
| Wheeler | 524 | N/A | 0.0% | $184,000 |
| Jumpertown | 360 | $44,583 | 22.2% | $128,600 |
| Marietta | 195 | $47,396 | 13.3% | $120,800 |
Cities Similar to New Site
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sylvarena | 123 | N/A | $121,400 | 15.2% | 28.5% |
| Tula | 123 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Big Creek | 124 | $64,583 | $88,600 | 8.4% | 12.9% |
| Alligator | 116 | N/A | $58,200 | 3.3% | 37.9% |
| Panther Burn | 128 | $67,344 | N/A | 40.0% | 3.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 120, New Site'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 Site is a small community located in Mississippi, within Prentiss County. The total population is 120. It ranks as the 391st most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Site is 72.4 years. This is 88% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 5.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in New Site. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 36.6%. This is 535% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in New Site is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 30.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (30.0% vs 3.7%).
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 60.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Site, 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 New Site, Mississippi?
New Site, Mississippi has a population of 120 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Site, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for New Site — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Site, MS?
The ACS sample for New Site recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of New Site, Mississippi?
New Site's population is 70.0% White, 0.0% Black, 30.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Site, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for New Site — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is New Site, Mississippi?
0.0% of adults (25+) in New Site hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.