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.
Tate ReevesGovernorRepublicanThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Michael WatsonSecretary of StateRepublicanOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Jason White (Mississippi)Speaker of the HouseRepublicanLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Mississippi Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Mississippi sends 2 Senators and 4 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 4 seats are up for election in 2026.
Cindy Hyde-SmithU.S. SenateRepublican
Roger WickerU.S. SenateRepublican
Trent KellyU.S. House • Mississippi U.S. House Mississippi District 1RepublicanWon 2024 with 69.8%Up in 2026
Bennie ThompsonU.S. House • Mississippi U.S. House Mississippi District 2DemocraticWon 2024 with 62.0%Up in 2026
Michael GuestU.S. House • Mississippi U.S. House Mississippi District 3RepublicanWon 2024 with 100.0%Up in 2026
Mike EzellU.S. House • Mississippi U.S. House Mississippi District 4RepublicanWon 2024 with 73.9%Up in 2026
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for Mississippi. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
3.0 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
38.4 years
0.3 yr below national avg
Median Household Income
$54,915
$23,623 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
24.2%
10.8% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 86.6%
Poverty Rate
19.1%
6.7% above national avg
Uninsured: 11.6%
Broadband Access
81.9% of households
7.8% below national avg
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.
What is the median age in Mississippi?
The median age in Mississippi is 38.4 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
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.
What share of adults in Mississippi have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Mississippi, 86.6% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 24.2% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
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 81.9% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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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 81.9% of households.
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