Scooba, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Scooba, Mississippi had a total population of 718, the 231st largest town in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 48.9%.
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 (48.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 10.3% is notably above the national average.
Scooba Quick Facts
How Scooba 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 | 734 | 718 | -2.2% |
How Scooba Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Scooba Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Kemper County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Kalb | 791 | $47,500 | 24.5% | $75,800 |
Cities Similar to Scooba
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polkville | 713 | $67,031 | $97,500 | 12.9% | 18.0% |
| Big Point | 731 | $118,420 | $161,200 | 24.4% | 1.0% |
| Weir | 704 | $35,938 | $67,600 | 17.4% | 28.3% |
| Duck Hill | 733 | $33,542 | $97,400 | 10.3% | 22.9% |
| New Houlka | 702 | $46,705 | $85,100 | 8.9% | 28.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 718, Scooba'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
Scooba is a small community located in Mississippi, within Kemper County. The total population is 718. It ranks as the 231st most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Scooba is 20.4 years. This is 47% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 8.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 48.9%. This is 159% 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 10.3%. This is 79% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. 61.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Scooba is Black or African American, making up 63.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 33.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (63.1% vs 36.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.
Education
23.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% 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 77.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Scooba, 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 Scooba, Mississippi?
Scooba, Mississippi has a population of 718 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Scooba, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Scooba — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Scooba, MS?
The poverty rate in Scooba is 48.9%. This means approximately 151 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Scooba, Mississippi?
Scooba's population is 33.7% White, 63.1% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Scooba, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Scooba — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Scooba, Mississippi?
23.1% of adults (25+) in Scooba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.