Tucker, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tucker, Mississippi had a total population of 807, the 217th largest community in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 32.1%.
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 (32.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 2.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Tucker Quick Facts
How Tucker 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 | 497 | 807 | +62.4% |
How Tucker 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+)
Tucker Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Neshoba County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 6,996 | $50,788 | 25.6% | $97,300 |
| Pearl River | 4,047 | $50,922 | 24.6% | $61,200 |
| Union | 2,090 | $44,643 | 31.7% | $138,400 |
| Bogue Chitto (Kemper and Neshoba Counties) | 309 | N/A | 14.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Tucker
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooksville | 809 | $22,438 | $100,000 | 12.0% | 45.1% |
| Utica | 799 | $35,729 | $109,500 | 17.5% | 33.3% |
| Beaumont | 822 | $80,224 | $259,100 | 0.9% | 14.2% |
| Lambert | 792 | $21,574 | $62,300 | 11.5% | 26.0% |
| De Kalb | 791 | $47,500 | $75,800 | 20.7% | 24.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 807, Tucker'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
Tucker is a small community located in Mississippi, within Neshoba County. The total population is 807. It ranks as the 217th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tucker is 18.3 years. This is 53% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 49.3% of the population under 18, Tucker has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 32.1%. This is 70% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Tucker, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $69,700. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $169,800. 93.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Tucker is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 55.2%.
Education
2.0% 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. This is 92% 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 70.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tucker, 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 Tucker, Mississippi?
Tucker, Mississippi has a population of 807 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tucker, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Tucker — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tucker, MS?
The poverty rate in Tucker is 32.1%. This means approximately 259 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tucker, Mississippi?
Tucker's population is 0.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tucker, MS?
The median home value in Tucker is $69,700.
How educated is Tucker, Mississippi?
2.0% of adults (25+) in Tucker hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.