Thaxton town, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Thaxton town, Mississippi Demographics
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As of 2026, Thaxton town, Mississippi has a total population of 650, the 242nd largest city in Mississippi, with a median household income of $81,250, which is 48% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 48% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Mississippi.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Thaxton town Quick Facts

Population 650

Median Household Income $81,250

Median Home Value $208,500

Poverty Rate 12.5%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 41.3 years

Homeownership Rate 86.8%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.7%

High School Graduation Rate 91.0%

Diversity Index 12/100

Population 650 242nd of 419

Median Income $81,250 top 10%

Poverty Rate 12.5% about average national

Median Home Value $208,500 top 10%

How Thaxton town Compares

Median Household Income

Thaxton town

$81,250

$54,915

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Thaxton town

$208,500

$161,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.5%

$25K-$50K 16.3%

$50K-$100K 44.2%

$100K+ 29.1%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0% | National: 5.2%

62.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.8%

Renter 13.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.3%

18-34

25.4%

35-54

17.8%

55-74

33.7%

75+

4.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Thaxton town Rankings in Mississippi

#242 Population of 419

#32 Median Income of 419

#89 Education of 419

#35 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Thaxton town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Kearney Park CDP	703	N/A	$137,500	20.9%	9.8%
Eudora CDP	605	$76,689	$242,600	13.1%	29.4%
Renova town	720	N/A	$112,800	23.5%	38.8%
Scooba town	734	N/A	N/A	18.0%	59.7%
Benoit town	572	N/A	$93,800	10.2%	34.6%

Population Overview

Thaxton town is a small community located in Mississippi. The total population is 650. It ranks as the 242nd most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Mississippi.

Age Demographics

The median age in Thaxton town is 41.3 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Thaxton town is $81,250. This is 48% higher than the state median of $54,915. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% higher. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 19.1%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $208,500. Housing costs are 29% higher than the state median of $161,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Thaxton town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 69.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Thaxton town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (93.5% vs 55.4%).

Education

26.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% higher 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 91.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Thaxton 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 Thaxton town, Mississippi?

Thaxton town, Mississippi has a population of 650 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Thaxton town is $81,250, which is 3% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Thaxton town, MS?

The poverty rate in Thaxton town is 12.5%. This means approximately 81 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Thaxton town, Mississippi?

Thaxton town's population is 93.5% White, 0.0% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Thaxton town is $208,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Thaxton town, Mississippi?

26.7% of adults (25+) in Thaxton town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.