Silver City town, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Silver City town, Mississippi Demographics
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As of 2026, Silver City town, Mississippi has a total population of 159, the 369th largest city in Mississippi, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 23.3%.

Silver City town Quick Facts

Population 159

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 23.3%

Unemployment Rate 7.0%

Median Age 60.1 years

Homeownership Rate 50.7%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.4%

High School Graduation Rate 87.3%

Diversity Index 47/100

Population 159 369th of 419

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 23.3% 87% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Silver City 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 45.3%

$25K-$50K 10.7%

$50K-$100K 33.3%

$100K+ 10.7%

Employment

7.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0% | National: 5.2%

41.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 50.7%

Renter 49.3%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.5%

18-34

6.9%

35-54

15.7%

55-74

49.7%

75+

13.2%

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+)

Silver City town Rankings in Mississippi

#369 Population of 419

N/A Median Income of 419

#308 Education of 419

N/A Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Silver City town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Marietta town	159	$58,750	$104,200	12.7%	10.7%
Arcola town	160	$26,667	N/A	14.1%	53.1%
Ovett CDP	161	N/A	N/A	18.7%	0.0%
Louise town	155	$21,447	$44,700	0.0%	52.9%
Kossuth village	154	$100,625	$162,500	19.8%	4.5%

Population Overview

Silver City town is a small community located in Mississippi. The total population is 159. It ranks as the 369th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Mississippi.

Age Demographics

The median age in Silver City town is 60.1 years. This is 57% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. Only 14.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 13.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 23.3%. This is 22% 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 7.0%. This is 17% 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 Silver City town is Black or African American, making up 61.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (61.6% vs 36.9%).

Education

10.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 87.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Silver City 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 Silver City town, Mississippi?

Silver City town, Mississippi has a population of 159 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Silver City town, MS?

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

What is the poverty rate in Silver City town, MS?

The poverty rate in Silver City town is 23.3%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Silver City town, Mississippi?

Silver City town's population is 38.4% White, 61.6% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Silver City town, MS?

The median home value in Silver City town is N/A.

How educated is Silver City town, Mississippi?

10.4% of adults (25+) in Silver City town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.