Pearl, Mississippi Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Pearl, Mississippi is 27,458 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest city in Mississippi. The median household income is $54,643, the median home value is $170,900, and the median age is 36.6.
The population has grown 10.5% since 2010 (25,751 → 28,458).
27,458
Population
1077
People / sq mi
$54,643
Median Income
$170,900
Median Home Value
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Pearl covers 25.5 sq mi of land at 1077 people per square mile.
About Pearl, MS
Pearl stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 1,077 people per square mile. With 27,458 residents, Pearl is a city in Mississippi. It ranks #11 among cities in Mississippi by population.
The typical household earns $54,643, below the US median of $78,538. About 9.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $170,900, with typical rent around $1,152.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 26.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 6.2% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Pearl city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Pearl city had a population of 25,751 in 2010 and 28,458 in 2024, a 10.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,458 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.72%.
28,458
Population (2024)
25,751
Population (2010)
28,458
Peak (2024)
0.72%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,751 |
| 2011 | 25,967 |
| 2012 | 26,176 |
| 2013 | 26,244 |
| 2014 | 26,369 |
| 2015 | 26,452 |
| 2016 | 26,542 |
| 2017 | 26,474 |
| 2018 | 26,376 |
| 2019 | 26,510 |
| 2020 | 27,091 |
| 2021 | 27,312 |
| 2022 | 27,698 |
| 2023 | 28,151 |
| 2024 | 28,458 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.1% |
| Black or African American | 29.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$54,643
Median Household Income
$33,913
Per Capita Income
9.2%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$170,900
Median Home Value
$1,152
Median Rent
59.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.4%
High School+
26.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
81.6%
Public Transit
6.2%
Work From Home
24.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.0%
Foreign Born
91.6%
Non-English at Home
6.2%
Veterans
16.7%
With Disability
85.4%
Health Insurance
96.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.0% |
| Retail Trade | 9.4% |
| Manufacturing | 7.8% |
| Public Administration | 7.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.5% |
| Construction | 5.7% |
| Information | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pearl, Mississippi has a population of 27,458 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest city in Mississippi.
The median household income in Pearl, Mississippi is $54,643, with 9.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Pearl, Mississippi is $170,900, with median monthly rent at $1,152 and a homeownership rate of 59.3%.
The median age in Pearl, Mississippi is 36.6 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The population has grown 10.5% since 2010 (25,751 → 28,458).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.