Natchez, Mississippi Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Natchez, Mississippi is 14,207 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest city in Mississippi. The median household income is $35,613, the median home value is $114,100, and the median age is 39.1.
The population has declined 9.5% since 2010 (15,726 → 14,233).
14,207
Population
898
People / sq mi
$35,613
Median Income
$114,100
Median Home Value
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Natchez covers 15.8 sq mi of land at 898 people per square mile.
About Natchez, MS
The poverty rate is what most separates Natchez from the typical city: 29.6% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Natchez is a city in Mississippi with a population of 14,207. It ranks #28 among cities in Mississippi by population.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $35,613, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 29.6%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $114,100, with typical rent around $745.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 25.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 3.4% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
The elevated poverty rate is the context for the rest of the profile in Natchez: it pulls on median income, housing tenure, and the share of residents with a college degree.
Natchez city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Natchez city had a population of 15,726 in 2010 and 14,233 in 2024, a -9.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,726 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.71%.
14,233
Population (2024)
15,726
Population (2010)
15,726
Peak (2010)
-0.71%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,726 |
| 2011 | 15,622 |
| 2012 | 15,514 |
| 2013 | 15,389 |
| 2014 | 15,333 |
| 2015 | 15,139 |
| 2016 | 15,139 |
| 2017 | 15,087 |
| 2018 | 14,833 |
| 2019 | 14,615 |
| 2020 | 14,438 |
| 2021 | 14,095 |
| 2022 | 14,058 |
| 2023 | 14,162 |
| 2024 | 14,233 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 34.3% |
| Black or African American | 62.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$35,613
Median Household Income
$24,879
Per Capita Income
29.6%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$114,100
Median Home Value
$745
Median Rent
56.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.9%
High School+
25.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
89.5%
Public Transit
3.4%
Work From Home
17.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.2%
Foreign Born
98.5%
Non-English at Home
6.3%
Veterans
16.8%
With Disability
90.9%
Health Insurance
84.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 33.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.0% |
| Public Administration | 6.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.7% |
| Information | 5.7% |
| Construction | 5.5% |
| Manufacturing | 5.4% |
| Retail Trade | 3.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Natchez, Mississippi has a population of 14,207 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest city in Mississippi.
The median household income in Natchez, Mississippi is $35,613, with 29.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Natchez, Mississippi is $114,100, with median monthly rent at $745 and a homeownership rate of 56.1%.
The median age in Natchez, Mississippi is 39.1 years. The population is 43.3% male and 56.7% female.
The population has declined 9.5% since 2010 (15,726 → 14,233).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.