Renova, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Renova, Mississippi Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Renova, Mississippi had a total population of 978, the 196th largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $25,625, which is 55% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 57.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 55% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (57.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.

Renova Quick Facts

Population 978

Median Household Income $25,625

Median Home Value $105,700

Poverty Rate 57.1%

Unemployment Rate 6.4%

Median Age 28.2 years

Homeownership Rate 48.3%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.1%

High School Graduation Rate 91.9%

Diversity Index 7/100

Population 978 196th of 420

Median Income $25,625 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 57.1% 358% higher than national

Median Home Value $105,700 average

How Renova 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	720	978	+35.8%
Median home value	$112,800	$105,700	-6.3%

How Renova Compares

Median Household Income

Renova

$25,625

$56,447

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Renova

$105,700

$169,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 45.9%

$25K-$50K 30.5%

$50K-$100K 17.3%

$100K+ 6.3%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

9.6%

$10K-$15K

21.4%

$15K-$20K

13.5%

$20K-$25K

1.4%

$25K-$30K

18.4%

$30K-$35K

3.0%

$35K-$40K

0.2%

$40K-$45K

0.5%

$45K-$50K

8.4%

$50K-$60K

11.9%

$60K-$75K

0.5%

$75K-$100K

4.9%

$100K-$125K

4.4%

$125K-$150K

0.7%

$150K-$200K

0.7%

$200K+

0.5%

Employment

6.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8%|National: 5.2%

54.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 48.3%

Renter 51.8%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $735/mo 34.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

40.7%

18-34

18.7%

35-54

14.0%

55-74

22.8%

75+

3.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Renova Rankings in Mississippi

#196 Population of 420

#324 Median Income of 349

#195 Education of 419

#213 Home Value of 354

Explore Mississippi Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Bolivar County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Cleveland	10,623	$44,074	29.3%	$159,300
Rosedale	1,703	$18,696	57.5%	$103,600
Shelby	1,700	$25,948	55.6%	$90,400
Shaw	1,508	$30,469	37.5%	$102,100
Mound Bayou	1,449	$23,732	46.4%	$65,700
Benoit	509	N/A	38.3%	$83,100
Merigold	484	$51,250	4.8%	$138,300
Duncan	477	$49,041	20.3%	N/A
Boyle	414	$42,143	16.4%	N/A
Gunnison	392	N/A	33.4%	$57,000

Cities Similar to Renova

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Alcorn State University	972	N/A	N/A	0.0%	N/A
Bude	947	$25,484	$81,900	13.6%	44.8%
State Line	1,016	N/A	$65,700	4.1%	37.3%
Plantersville	929	$25,662	$125,000	15.1%	44.5%
Stonewall	968	$28,176	$45,400	31.0%	17.4%

A note before these figures: with a population of 978, Renova'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

Renova is a small community located in Mississippi, within Bolivar County. The total population is 978. It ranks as the 196th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.

Age Demographics

The median age in Renova is 28.2 years. This is 27% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 40.7% of the population under 18, Renova has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Renova is $25,625. This is 55% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 68% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 57.1%. This is 202% 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 unemployment rate is 6.4%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $105,700. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $169,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 48.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% lower than the state average of 70.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Renova has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 96.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 55.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (96.6% vs 36.3%).

Education

19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 91.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Renova, 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 Renova, Mississippi?

Renova, Mississippi has a population of 978 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Renova, MS?

The median household income in Renova is $25,625, which is 68% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Renova, MS?

The poverty rate in Renova is 57.1%. This means approximately 558 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Renova, Mississippi?

Renova's population is 0.5% White, 96.6% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Renova, MS?

The median home value in Renova is $105,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Renova, Mississippi?

19.1% of adults (25+) in Renova hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.