Oakland town, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Oakland town, Mississippi Demographics
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As of 2026, Oakland town, Mississippi has a total population of 399, the 290th largest city in Mississippi, with a median household income of $32,045, which is 42% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 42% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 6.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 36.2% is notably above the national average.

Oakland town Quick Facts

Population 399

Median Household Income $32,045

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 11.3%

Unemployment Rate 36.2%

Median Age 44.3 years

Homeownership Rate 65.8%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 6.6%

High School Graduation Rate 80.9%

Diversity Index 45/100

Population 399 290th of 419

Median Income $32,045 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 11.3% 9% lower national

Median Home Value N/A

How Oakland town Compares

Median Household Income

Oakland town

$32,045

$54,915

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$161,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 42.8%

$25K-$50K 17.8%

$50K-$100K 32.9%

$100K+ 6.6%

Employment

36.2% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0% | National: 5.2%

50.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.8%

Renter 34.2%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

13.8%

18-34

24.1%

35-54

23.1%

55-74

35.3%

75+

3.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Oakland town Rankings in Mississippi

#290 Population of 419

#293 Median Income of 419

#365 Education of 419

N/A Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Oakland town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Osyka town	368	N/A	$86,000	7.8%	40.2%
Bogue Chitto CDP (Kemper and Neshoba Counties)	441	N/A	N/A	20.1%	5.7%
D'Lo town	445	$31,771	$91,900	6.8%	34.2%
Clara CDP	354	N/A	$86,700	50.0%	0.0%
Runnelstown CDP	347	N/A	N/A	36.4%	31.1%

Population Overview

Oakland town is a small community located in Mississippi. The total population is 399. It ranks as the 290th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Mississippi.

Age Demographics

The median age in Oakland town is 44.3 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. Only 13.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Oakland town is $32,045. This is 42% lower than the state median of $54,915. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 59% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 19.1%. The unemployment rate is 36.2%. This is 503% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. 65.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% lower than the state average of 69.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Oakland town is Black or African American, making up 66.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 7.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (7.3%) is well below the state average of 55.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (66.2% vs 36.9%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 3.6%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.3% vs 1.0%).

Education

6.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% 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 80.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Oakland town, Mississippi is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Mississippi state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 419 Census-designated places in Mississippi. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Oakland town, Mississippi?

Oakland town, Mississippi has a population of 399 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Oakland town, MS?

The median household income in Oakland town is $32,045, which is 59% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Oakland town, MS?

The poverty rate in Oakland town is 11.3%. This means approximately 45 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Oakland town, Mississippi?

Oakland town's population is 7.3% White, 66.2% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Oakland town, MS?

The median home value in Oakland town is N/A.

How educated is Oakland town, Mississippi?

6.6% of adults (25+) in Oakland town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.