Alcorn County, Mississippi Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 21st-largest in Mississippi
The population of Alcorn County, Mississippi is 34,500 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 21st-largest county in Mississippi. The median household income is $49,404, the median home value is $132,300, and the median age is 40.6.
The population of Alcorn County has declined 7.8% since 2010 (37,109 → 34,228), a -0.58% annualized rate.
34,500
Population
-0.58%
Annual growth
86
People / sq mi
$49,404
Median Income
$132,300
Median Home Value
Alcorn County covers 400 sq mi of land at 86.2 people per square mile.
About Alcorn County, MS
Remote work is unusually rare in Alcorn County: 2.5% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. Alcorn County is a county in Mississippi with a population of 34,500. It ranks #21 among counties in Mississippi by population.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $49,404, below the US median of $78,538. About 10.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $132,300, with typical rent around $728.
Roughly 18.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (2.5%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Alcorn County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Alcorn County had a population of 37,109 in 2010 and 34,228 in 2024, a -7.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 37,302 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.56%.
34,228
Population (2024)
37,109
Population (2010)
37,302
Peak (2015)
-0.56%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 37,109 |
| 2011 | 37,292 |
| 2012 | 37,224 |
| 2013 | 37,299 |
| 2014 | 37,276 |
| 2015 | 37,302 |
| 2016 | 37,266 |
| 2017 | 37,216 |
| 2018 | 36,877 |
| 2019 | 37,043 |
| 2020 | 34,732 |
| 2021 | 34,344 |
| 2022 | 34,094 |
| 2023 | 34,046 |
| 2024 | 34,228 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.9% |
| Black or African American | 10.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.6
Median Age
51.1%
Female
48.9%
Male
18.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.3% · Seniors (65+): 18.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $49,404$-5,511 vs state |
| Mean household income | $69,592 |
| Per-capita income | $29,456 |
| Poverty rate | 10.5%-3.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 51.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Alcorn County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.9%
Carpool
85.2%
Public transit
2.5%
Work from home
22.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$132,300$-29,100 vs state
Median home value
$728
Median rent
65.4%
Homeownership rate
16,242
Total housing units
87.9%
Occupied
12.1%
Vacant
34.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
88.8%
With health insurance
83.4%
With broadband internet
30.9%
Foreign-born
5.4%
Veterans (18+)
22.4%
With a disability
97.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
83.4%
High School+
18.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Alcorn County, Mississippi has a population of 34,500 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 21st-largest county in Mississippi. Population density is 86 people per square mile.
The population of Alcorn County has declined 7.8% since 2010 (37,109 → 34,228), a -0.58% annualized rate.
The median household income in Alcorn County, Mississippi is $49,404, with mean (average) household income of $69,592 and per-capita income of $29,456. 10.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Alcorn County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (80.9%), Black or African American (10.9%), Hispanic or Latino (2.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Alcorn County, Mississippi is 40.6 years. Residents are 51.1% female and 48.9% male.
The median home value in Alcorn County is $132,300 and median monthly rent is $728. 65.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 16,242 total housing units, 12.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Alcorn County, Mississippi is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.
Jackson is among the largest cities associated with Alcorn County, Mississippi, with a population of 149,827.
Alcorn County, MS Climate
Alcorn County, MS has an average annual temperature of 15.6°C (60°F) and receives about 1466 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.6°C
Avg Temp
1466
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 38° | 121 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 119 mm |
| March | 11° / 52° | 157 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 139 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 150 mm |
| June | 24° / 76° | 103 mm |
| July | 26° / 80° | 106 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 82 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 104 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 92 mm |
| November | 10° / 51° | 143 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 150 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 Alcorn County, MS
The most comfortable months to visit Alcorn County, MS are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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