Byram, Mississippi Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Byram, Mississippi is 12,847 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest city in Mississippi. The median household income is $74,103, the median home value is $177,200, and the median age is 37.6.
The population has grown 9.9% since 2010 (11,521 → 12,656).
12,847
Population
630
People / sq mi
$74,103
Median Income
$177,200
Median Home Value
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Byram covers 20.4 sq mi of land at 630 people per square mile.
About Byram, MS
Byram stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 630 people per square mile. Byram is a city in Mississippi with a population of 12,847. It ranks #31 among cities in Mississippi by population.
Median household income is $74,103, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.2%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $177,200, with typical rent around $1,318.
Roughly 34.2% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. Just 5.9% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Byram city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Byram city had a population of 11,521 in 2010 and 12,656 in 2024, a 9.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,034 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.74%.
12,656
Population (2024)
11,521
Population (2010)
13,034
Peak (2020)
0.74%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,521 |
| 2011 | 11,681 |
| 2012 | 11,736 |
| 2013 | 11,683 |
| 2014 | 11,661 |
| 2015 | 11,626 |
| 2016 | 11,631 |
| 2017 | 11,619 |
| 2018 | 11,601 |
| 2019 | 11,428 |
| 2020 | 13,034 |
| 2021 | 12,866 |
| 2022 | 12,747 |
| 2023 | 12,683 |
| 2024 | 12,656 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 24.4% |
| Black or African American | 72.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$74,103
Median Household Income
$33,891
Per Capita Income
7.2%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$177,200
Median Home Value
$1,318
Median Rent
79.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.6%
High School+
34.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
78.9%
Public Transit
5.9%
Work From Home
27.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.3%
Foreign Born
97.9%
Non-English at Home
10.8%
Veterans
13.3%
With Disability
90.0%
Health Insurance
97.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.9% |
| Public Administration | 16.2% |
| Retail Trade | 11.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 8.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.5% |
| Manufacturing | 6.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 4.2% |
| Information | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
| Construction | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Byram, Mississippi has a population of 12,847 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest city in Mississippi.
The median household income in Byram, Mississippi is $74,103, with 7.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Byram, Mississippi is $177,200, with median monthly rent at $1,318 and a homeownership rate of 79.9%.
The median age in Byram, Mississippi is 37.6 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.
The population has grown 9.9% since 2010 (11,521 → 12,656).
Byram city, MS Climate
Byram city, MS has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F) and receives about 1445 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.9°C
Avg Temp
1445
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 45° | 141 mm |
| February | 10° / 49° | 126 mm |
| March | 14° / 57° | 155 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 141 mm |
| May | 22° / 71° | 130 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 97 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 113 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 94 mm |
| September | 24° / 76° | 85 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 88 mm |
| November | 13° / 55° | 122 mm |
| December | 9° / 48° | 153 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Byram city, MS
The most comfortable months to visit Byram city, MS are typically October, May and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.