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Tishomingo, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tishomingo, Mississippi had a total population of 394, the 292nd largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $39,432, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Tishomingo Quick Facts

Population 394
Median Household Income $39,432
Median Home Value $102,200
Poverty Rate 13.7%
Unemployment Rate 0.0%
Median Age 31.6 years
Homeownership Rate 67.5%
Affordability Ratio 2.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.3%
High School Graduation Rate 90.7%
Diversity Index 35/100
Population 394 292nd of 420
Median Income $39,432 below average
Poverty Rate 13.7% 10% higher than national
Median Home Value $102,200 below average

How Tishomingo Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population487394-19.1%
Median household income$46,458$39,432-15.1%
Median home value$101,400$102,200+0.8%

How Tishomingo Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 30.1%
$25K-$50K 28.8%
$50K-$100K 17.2%
$100K+ 23.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.3%
$10K-$15K
0.6%
$15K-$20K
11.7%
$20K-$25K
13.5%
$25K-$30K
4.3%
$30K-$35K
10.4%
$35K-$40K
6.8%
$40K-$45K
1.8%
$45K-$50K
5.5%
$50K-$60K
3.1%
$60K-$75K
4.3%
$75K-$100K
9.8%
$100K-$125K
1.8%
$125K-$150K
8.0%
$150K-$200K
4.3%
$200K+
9.8%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8%|National: 5.2%
57.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.5%
Renter 32.5%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $517/mo 15.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

35out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 56 | National average: 61

Education

Tishomingo Rankings in Mississippi

#292 Population of 420
#239 Median Income of 349
#255 Education of 419
#221 Home Value of 354

Other Cities in Tishomingo County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Iuka 3,110 $49,290 19.6% $124,700
Belmont 2,028 $46,512 16.6% $163,200
Burnsville 861 $29,063 32.2% $80,000
Golden 196 $47,050 12.7% $112,500
Paden 131 $51,042 16.8% $75,000
Dennis 85 N/A 11.8% $112,000

Cities Similar to Tishomingo

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Gunnison392N/A$57,00010.5%33.4%
Hermanville400N/A$18,80011.9%7.2%
Eagle Bend408N/A$166,10019.1%8.3%
Potts Camp387$41,875$109,4009.1%20.9%
Osyka411$41,042$85,6008.4%21.4%

A note before these figures: with a population of 394, Tishomingo'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

Tishomingo is a small community located in Mississippi, within Tishomingo County. The total population is 394. It ranks as the 292nd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.

Age Demographics

The median age in Tishomingo is 31.6 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 29.4% of the population under 18, Tishomingo has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Tishomingo is $39,432. This is 30% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 51% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Tishomingo, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $102,200. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $169,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Tishomingo is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 70.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Tishomingo is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.3%. The Black or African American population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 36.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.0%.

Education

14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 90.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Tishomingo, 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 Tishomingo, Mississippi?

Tishomingo, Mississippi has a population of 394 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Tishomingo, MS?

The median household income in Tishomingo is $39,432, which is 51% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Tishomingo, MS?

The poverty rate in Tishomingo is 13.7%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Tishomingo, Mississippi?

Tishomingo's population is 79.7% White, 3.8% Black, 5.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Tishomingo, MS?

The median home value in Tishomingo is $102,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Tishomingo, Mississippi?

14.3% of adults (25+) in Tishomingo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.