Madison, Mississippi Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Madison, Mississippi is 27,775 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 10th-largest city in Mississippi. The median household income is $120,918, the median home value is $334,700, and the median age is 40.8.
The population has grown 16.7% since 2010 (24,181 → 28,210).
27,775
Population
1100
People / sq mi
$120,918
Median Income
$334,700
Median Home Value
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Madison covers 25.2 sq mi of land at 1100 people per square mile.
About Madison, MS
Homeownership is the standout figure in Madison: 93.4% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Madison is a city in Mississippi with a population of 27,775. It is the #10-largest of all cities in Mississippi nationally.
Median household income is $120,918, above the US median of $78,538. Only 2.7% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $334,700, with typical rent around $1,798.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 65.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.6%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Madison, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Madison city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Madison city had a population of 24,181 in 2010 and 28,210 in 2024, a 16.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,210 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.13%.
28,210
Population (2024)
24,181
Population (2010)
28,210
Peak (2024)
1.13%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,181 |
| 2011 | 24,473 |
| 2012 | 24,644 |
| 2013 | 24,917 |
| 2014 | 25,128 |
| 2015 | 25,424 |
| 2016 | 25,586 |
| 2017 | 25,612 |
| 2018 | 25,683 |
| 2019 | 25,661 |
| 2020 | 27,757 |
| 2021 | 27,736 |
| 2022 | 27,919 |
| 2023 | 28,123 |
| 2024 | 28,210 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.9% |
| Black or African American | 12.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$120,918
Median Household Income
$59,346
Per Capita Income
2.7%
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$334,700
Median Home Value
$1,798
Median Rent
93.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.7%
High School+
65.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
81.7%
Public Transit
11.6%
Work From Home
24.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.9%
Foreign Born
91.3%
Non-English at Home
4.0%
Veterans
9.0%
With Disability
94.6%
Health Insurance
98.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.5% |
| Information | 11.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.0% |
| Manufacturing | 6.9% |
| Public Administration | 6.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.2% |
| Construction | 4.3% |
| Retail Trade | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Madison, Mississippi has a population of 27,775 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 10th-largest city in Mississippi.
The median household income in Madison, Mississippi is $120,918, with 2.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Madison, Mississippi is $334,700, with median monthly rent at $1,798 and a homeownership rate of 93.4%.
The median age in Madison, Mississippi is 40.8 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.
The population has grown 16.7% since 2010 (24,181 → 28,210).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.