Thaxton, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Thaxton, Mississippi had a total population of 688, the 236th largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $77,500, which is 37% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 37% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Mississippi.
Thaxton Quick Facts
How Thaxton 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 | 650 | 688 | +5.8% |
| Median household income | $81,250 | $77,500 | -4.6% |
| Median home value | $208,500 | $231,500 | +11.0% |
How Thaxton 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+)
Thaxton Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Pontotoc County
Cities Similar to Thaxton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scooba | 718 | N/A | N/A | 23.1% | 48.9% |
| Mississippi Valley State University | 741 | $75,425 | N/A | 92.8% | 0.0% |
| Polkville | 713 | $67,031 | $97,500 | 12.9% | 18.0% |
| Meridian Station | 661 | $64,773 | N/A | 69.3% | 6.4% |
| Lakeview | 596 | N/A | N/A | 13.8% | 10.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 688, Thaxton'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
Thaxton is a small community located in Mississippi, within Pontotoc County. The total population is 688. It ranks as the 236th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Thaxton is 36.0 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Thaxton is $77,500. This is 37% higher than the state median of $56,447. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Thaxton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $231,500. Housing costs are 36% higher than the state median of $169,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 87.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Thaxton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.3% vs 55.2%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.
Education
25.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as 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 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Thaxton, 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 Thaxton, Mississippi?
Thaxton, Mississippi has a population of 688 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Thaxton, MS?
The median household income in Thaxton is $77,500, which is 4% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Thaxton, MS?
The poverty rate in Thaxton is 16.1%. This means approximately 111 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Thaxton, Mississippi?
Thaxton's population is 94.3% White, 0.0% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Thaxton, MS?
The median home value in Thaxton is $231,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Thaxton, Mississippi?
25.2% of adults (25+) in Thaxton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.