Woodland, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodland, Mississippi had a total population of 132, the 380th largest village in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 21.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 1.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Woodland Quick Facts
How Woodland 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 | 146 | 132 | -9.6% |
How Woodland 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+)
Woodland Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Chickasaw County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 3,741 | $44,023 | 26.2% | $122,800 |
| Okolona | 2,430 | $26,042 | 43.2% | $92,200 |
| New Houlka | 702 | $46,705 | 28.9% | $85,100 |
| Van Vleet | 43 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Woodland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winstonville | 132 | N/A | $162,500 | 37.1% | 33.3% |
| Farrell | 133 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Gattman | 133 | $66,087 | N/A | 5.9% | 24.8% |
| Independence | 133 | N/A | $115,100 | 12.1% | 48.1% |
| Paden | 131 | $51,042 | $75,000 | 18.8% | 16.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 132, Woodland'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
Woodland is a small community located in Mississippi, within Chickasaw County. The total population is 132. It ranks as the 380th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Woodland is 42.2 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.2%. This is 12% 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 unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. 44.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Woodland is Black or African American, making up 80.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 18.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (18.2%) is well below the state average of 55.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (80.3% vs 36.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.
Education
1.0% 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 96% 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 77.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Woodland, 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 Woodland, Mississippi?
Woodland, Mississippi has a population of 132 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Woodland, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Woodland — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Woodland, MS?
The poverty rate in Woodland is 21.2%. This means approximately 28 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Woodland, Mississippi?
Woodland's population is 18.2% White, 80.3% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Woodland, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Woodland — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Woodland, Mississippi?
1.0% of adults (25+) in Woodland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.