Standing Pine, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Standing Pine, Mississippi had a total population of 479, the 268th largest community in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 27.8%.
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 (27.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 20.5% is notably above the national average.
Standing Pine Quick Facts
How Standing Pine 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 | 539 | 479 | -11.1% |
| Median home value | $82,400 | $83,700 | +1.6% |
How Standing Pine 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+)
Standing Pine Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Leake County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carthage | 4,866 | $42,254 | 29.7% | $154,800 |
| Walnut Grove | 737 | $42,634 | 26.5% | $85,900 |
| Redwater | 637 | $63,398 | 30.6% | $132,300 |
| Lena | 169 | $96,786 | 5.9% | $109,100 |
Cities Similar to Standing Pine
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Hamilton | 480 | N/A | N/A | 24.5% | 9.4% |
| Duncan | 477 | $49,041 | N/A | 7.4% | 20.3% |
| Merigold | 484 | $51,250 | $138,300 | 31.1% | 4.8% |
| Kearney Park | 485 | N/A | N/A | 27.8% | 12.4% |
| Hickory | 471 | $59,000 | $107,800 | 14.3% | 19.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 479, Standing Pine'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
Standing Pine is a small community located in Mississippi, within Leake County. The total population is 479. It ranks as the 268th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Standing Pine is 29.0 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 33.0% of the population under 18, Standing Pine has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 27.8%. This is 47% 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 20.5%. This is 255% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $83,700. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $169,800. 91.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Standing Pine is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 2.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 55.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (11.7% vs 3.7%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Standing Pine, 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 Standing Pine, Mississippi?
Standing Pine, Mississippi has a population of 479 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Standing Pine, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Standing Pine — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Standing Pine, MS?
The poverty rate in Standing Pine is 27.8%. This means approximately 133 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Standing Pine, Mississippi?
Standing Pine's population is 2.7% White, 0.0% Black, 11.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Standing Pine, MS?
The median home value in Standing Pine is $83,700.
How educated is Standing Pine, Mississippi?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Standing Pine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.