Waterford, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Waterford, Mississippi had a total population of 33, the 413th largest community in Mississippi, with a median household income of $32,917, which is 42% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 51.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 42% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (51.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Waterford Quick Facts
How Waterford 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 | 30 | 33 | +10.0% |
| Median household income | $34,286 | $32,917 | -4.0% |
How Waterford Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Waterford Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Marshall County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Springs | 6,704 | $45,462 | 31.1% | $109,600 |
| Byhalia | 1,588 | $38,500 | 34.9% | $133,100 |
| Victoria | 1,121 | $70,143 | 36.8% | $209,100 |
| Mount Pleasant | 391 | $60,267 | 13.8% | N/A |
| Potts Camp | 387 | $41,875 | 20.9% | $109,400 |
| Bethlehem | 155 | N/A | 65.8% | N/A |
| Red Banks | 25 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Waterford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pattison | 40 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Scott | 27 | N/A | N/A | 66.7% | 0.0% |
| Van Vleet | 43 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Red Banks | 25 | N/A | N/A | 68.0% | 0.0% |
| Winterville | 45 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 51.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 33, Waterford'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
Waterford is a small community located in Mississippi, within Marshall County. The total population is 33. It ranks as the 413th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Waterford is 75.7 years. This is 96% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 69.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Waterford is $32,917. This is 42% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 59% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 51.5%. This is 173% 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. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Waterford was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
21.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% 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 87.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Waterford, 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 Waterford, Mississippi?
Waterford, Mississippi has a population of 33 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Waterford, MS?
The median household income in Waterford is $32,917, which is 59% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Waterford, MS?
The poverty rate in Waterford is 51.5%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Waterford, Mississippi?
Waterford's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Waterford, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Waterford — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Waterford, Mississippi?
21.2% of adults (25+) in Waterford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.