Scooba town, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Scooba town, Mississippi Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 59.7% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Scooba town, Mississippi has a total population of 734, the 231st largest city in Mississippi, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 59.7%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (59.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Unemployment rate of 14.8% is notably above the national average.

Scooba town Quick Facts

Population 734

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 59.7%

Unemployment Rate 14.8%

Median Age 20.4 years

Homeownership Rate 50.7%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.0%

High School Graduation Rate 67.2%

Diversity Index 45/100

Population 734 231st of 419

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 59.7% 380% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Scooba town Compares

Median Household Income

$54,915

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$161,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 58.2%

$25K-$50K 4.5%

$50K-$100K 11.9%

$100K+ 25.4%

Employment

14.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0% | National: 5.2%

34.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 50.7%

Renter 49.3%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

10.6%

18-34

66.3%

35-54

16.6%

55-74

5.7%

75+

0.7%

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+)

Scooba town Rankings in Mississippi

#231 Population of 419

N/A Median Income of 419

#198 Education of 419

N/A Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Scooba town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Meridian Station CDP	739	$51,500	N/A	72.2%	4.3%
Crowder town	745	$20,781	$51,800	2.7%	53.4%
Renova town	720	N/A	$112,800	23.5%	38.8%
Mississippi Valley State University CDP	750	$73,242	N/A	92.5%	0.0%
Cloverdale CDP	718	$41,436	N/A	8.4%	19.4%

Population Overview

Scooba town is a small community located in Mississippi. The total population is 734. It ranks as the 231st most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Mississippi.

Age Demographics

The median age in Scooba town is 20.4 years. This is 47% lower than the state median of 38.4 years. Only 10.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 59.7%. This is 213% higher than the state poverty rate of 19.1%. 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 14.8%. This is 147% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. 50.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 69.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Scooba town is Black or African American, making up 67.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 31.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (67.2% vs 36.9%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 3.6%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.0%.

Education

18.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 67.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Scooba 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 Scooba town, Mississippi?

Scooba town, Mississippi has a population of 734 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Scooba town is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Scooba town, MS?

The poverty rate in Scooba town is 59.7%. This means approximately 188 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Scooba town, Mississippi?

Scooba town's population is 31.5% White, 67.2% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

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

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

How educated is Scooba town, Mississippi?

18.0% of adults (25+) in Scooba town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.