Roxie, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Roxie, Mississippi had a total population of 428, the 279th largest town in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 44.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (44.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 8.3% is notably above the national average.
Roxie Quick Facts
How Roxie 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 | 624 | 428 | -31.4% |
| Median home value | $63,300 | $64,500 | +1.9% |
How Roxie 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+)
Roxie Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Franklin County
Cities Similar to Roxie
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Tunica | 429 | N/A | $166,400 | 3.3% | 62.3% |
| Soso | 431 | $51,250 | $148,800 | 29.1% | 7.3% |
| Baxterville | 423 | $45,839 | $9,999 | 4.2% | 44.6% |
| Beauregard | 419 | $53,333 | $87,000 | 6.3% | 23.4% |
| Enterprise | 438 | $63,125 | $114,000 | 27.9% | 9.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 428, Roxie'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
Roxie is a small community located in Mississippi, within Franklin County. The total population is 428. It ranks as the 279th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Roxie is 37.3 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 44.2%. This is 134% 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 8.3%. This is 43% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $64,500. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $169,800. 64.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Roxie is Black or African American, making up 55.8% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 43.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (55.8% vs 36.3%).
Education
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Roxie, 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 Roxie, Mississippi?
Roxie, Mississippi has a population of 428 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Roxie, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Roxie — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Roxie, MS?
The poverty rate in Roxie is 44.2%. This means approximately 189 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Roxie, Mississippi?
Roxie's population is 43.9% White, 55.8% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Roxie, MS?
The median home value in Roxie is $64,500.
How educated is Roxie, Mississippi?
13.8% of adults (25+) in Roxie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.