Seminary, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Seminary, Mississippi had a total population of 229, the 340th largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $58,056, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Seminary Quick Facts
How Seminary 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 | 230 | 229 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $55,000 | $58,056 | +5.6% |
| Median home value | $161,300 | $162,500 | +0.7% |
How Seminary 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+)
Seminary Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Covington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collins | 2,455 | $37,944 | 38.3% | $84,200 |
| Mount Olive | 1,110 | N/A | 19.5% | $66,300 |
Cities Similar to Seminary
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chunky | 242 | $57,500 | $88,300 | 23.2% | 7.1% |
| Crosby | 245 | N/A | $55,600 | 23.0% | 65.7% |
| Bentonia | 210 | N/A | $84,400 | 12.8% | 24.8% |
| Henderson Point | 237 | $66,036 | $304,800 | 46.4% | 5.9% |
| Bovina | 256 | N/A | $150,000 | 51.5% | 3.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 229, Seminary'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
Seminary is a small community located in Mississippi, within Covington County. The total population is 229. It ranks as the 340th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Seminary is 38.8 years. This is about the same as the state median of 38.6 years. 11.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Seminary is $58,056. This is 3% higher than the state median of $56,447. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Seminary, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $162,500. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $169,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Seminary is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Seminary has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (91.7% vs 55.2%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (8.3% vs 3.7%).
Education
24.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% 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 91.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Seminary, 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 Seminary, Mississippi?
Seminary, Mississippi has a population of 229 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Seminary, MS?
The median household income in Seminary is $58,056, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Seminary, MS?
The poverty rate in Seminary is 13.1%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Seminary, Mississippi?
Seminary's population is 91.7% White, 0.0% Black, 8.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Seminary, MS?
The median home value in Seminary is $162,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Seminary, Mississippi?
24.2% of adults (25+) in Seminary hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.