Runnelstown, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Runnelstown, Mississippi had a total population of 325, the 315th largest community in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 26.9%.
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 (26.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Runnelstown Quick Facts
How Runnelstown 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 | 347 | 325 | -6.3% |
How Runnelstown Compares
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Runnelstown Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Perry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richton | 1,220 | $35,057 | 27.6% | $149,300 |
| Beaumont | 822 | $80,224 | 14.2% | $259,100 |
| New Augusta | 590 | $26,620 | 37.7% | $84,700 |
Cities Similar to Runnelstown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxworth | 326 | $33,833 | $47,800 | 15.6% | 45.4% |
| Sumner | 326 | $55,357 | $162,500 | 39.7% | 10.0% |
| Beulah | 327 | $31,607 | $56,300 | 20.9% | 32.1% |
| Cary | 330 | N/A | N/A | 14.7% | 39.7% |
| Hamilton | 320 | N/A | N/A | 3.5% | 10.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 325, Runnelstown'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
Runnelstown is a small community located in Mississippi, within Perry County. The total population is 325. It ranks as the 315th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Runnelstown is 23.6 years. This is 39% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 26.9%. This is 43% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Runnelstown, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $162,900. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $169,800. 53.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Runnelstown was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
34.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% higher 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 61.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Runnelstown, 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 Runnelstown, Mississippi?
Runnelstown, Mississippi has a population of 325 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Runnelstown, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Runnelstown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Runnelstown, MS?
The poverty rate in Runnelstown is 26.9%. This means approximately 66 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Runnelstown, Mississippi?
Runnelstown's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Runnelstown, MS?
The median home value in Runnelstown is $162,900.
How educated is Runnelstown, Mississippi?
34.2% of adults (25+) in Runnelstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.