Sandersville, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sandersville, Mississippi had a total population of 413, the 284th largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $52,667, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
Sandersville Quick Facts
How Sandersville 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 | 503 | 413 | -17.9% |
| Median household income | $47,167 | $52,667 | +11.7% |
| Median home value | $105,200 | $95,000 | -9.7% |
How Sandersville 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
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+)
Sandersville Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Jones County
Cities Similar to Sandersville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Bend | 408 | N/A | $166,100 | 19.1% | 8.3% |
| Beauregard | 419 | $53,333 | $87,000 | 6.3% | 23.4% |
| Hermanville | 400 | N/A | $18,800 | 11.9% | 7.2% |
| Roxie | 428 | N/A | $64,500 | 13.8% | 44.2% |
| North Tunica | 429 | N/A | $166,400 | 3.3% | 62.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 413, Sandersville'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
Sandersville is a small community located in Mississippi, within Jones County. The total population is 413. It ranks as the 284th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sandersville is 53.7 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sandersville is $52,667. This is 7% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.7%. This is 31% 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 3.8%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $95,000. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $169,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Sandersville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sandersville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.9% vs 55.2%). The Black or African American population (7.0%) is well below the state average of 36.3%.
Education
21.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% 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 92.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sandersville, 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 Sandersville, Mississippi?
Sandersville, Mississippi has a population of 413 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sandersville, MS?
The median household income in Sandersville is $52,667, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sandersville, MS?
The poverty rate in Sandersville is 24.7%. This means approximately 102 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sandersville, Mississippi?
Sandersville's population is 88.9% White, 7.0% Black, 4.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sandersville, MS?
The median home value in Sandersville is $95,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Sandersville, Mississippi?
21.5% of adults (25+) in Sandersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.