Mississippi State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders in Mississippi
Meet the key players in Mississippi's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Mississippi.
Key executive branch officials
- GovernorTate Reeves (R) - The state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
- Secretary of StateMichael Watson (R) - Oversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Key legislative branch officials
- Speaker of the HouseJason White (Mississippi) (R) - Leads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
2020 Census Data Shown
Key statewide indicators for Mississippi from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty and uninsured rates, and broadband access.
Updated: 2025-09-25
Population in Mississippi (2020): 3.0 million residents
What is the total population of Mississippi?
Mississippi has 3.0 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
Total Population
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median age in Mississippi: 38.4 years
What is the median age in Mississippi?
The median age in Mississippi is 38.4 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
Median Age
Half of residents are younger, half older than this age.
Median household income in Mississippi: $54,915
What is the median household income in Mississippi?
The median household income in Mississippi is $54,915. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
Median Household Income
Midpoint of household income distribution (in dollars).
Education in Mississippi: HS or higher 9.4%; bachelor's or higher 24.2%
What share of adults in Mississippi have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Mississippi, 9.4% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 24.2% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Education Levels
Share of adults 25+ with at least a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree.
Poverty and uninsured in Mississippi: poverty 19.1%; uninsured 11.6%
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, the poverty rate is 19.1% and the uninsured rate is 11.6%.
Poverty & Uninsured
Percent of people below the federal poverty line and the share without health insurance.
Broadband in Mississippi: 1,131,760 subscriptions
How many households in Mississippi have broadband?
In Mississippi, broadband access is 1,131,760 subscriptions. Number of broadband subscriptions reported.
Broadband
Number of broadband subscriptions reported.
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Mississippi Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Mississippi (2020)?
Mississippi has 3.0 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Mississippi?
The median age in Mississippi is 38.4 years.
What is the median household income in Mississippi?
The median household income in Mississippi is $54,915.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, the poverty rate is 19.1% and the uninsured rate is 11.6%.
How many households in Mississippi have broadband?
In Mississippi, broadband access is 1,131,760 subscriptions.
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