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Population Review

Greene County, Mississippi Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 59th-largest in Mississippi

The population of Greene County, Mississippi is 13,595 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 59th-largest county in Mississippi. The median household income is $55,838, the median home value is $94,200, and the median age is 40.5.

The population of Greene County has declined 4.9% since 2010 (14,384 → 13,675), a -0.36% annualized rate.

Greene County within Mississippi · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

13,595

Population

-0.36%

Annual growth

19

People / sq mi

$55,838

Median Income

$94,200

Median Home Value

Greene County covers 713 sq mi of land at 19.1 people per square mile.

About Greene County, MS

Greene County is a county in Mississippi with a population of 13,595. It ranks #59 among counties in Mississippi by population. The median age is 40.5, older than the national median. The population is 60.6% male and 39.4% female.

The median household income in Greene County is $55,838, below the US median of $74,580. 15.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $94,200, with monthly rent averaging $811. The homeownership rate of 78.0% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Greene County reflects 11.9% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 5.8% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 43.8 minutes each way.

Greene County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Greene County had a population of 14,384 in 2010 and 13,675 in 2024, a -4.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,384 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.34%.

2010 · 14K20102024

13,675

Population (2024)

14,384

Population (2010)

14,384

Peak (2010)

-0.34%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201014,384
201114,319
201214,331
201314,286
201414,337
201513,545
201613,547
201713,526
201813,975
201913,569
202013,529
202113,664
202213,583
202313,625
202413,675

Race & Ethnicity

White71.7%
Black or African American24.8%
Asian0.5%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

40.5

Median Age

39.4%

Female

60.6%

Male

14.5%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.7%
5–9
5.9%
10–14
4.0%
15–19
4.6%
20–24
5.3%
25–34
15.5%
35–44
16.4%
45–54
15.5%
55–59
5.0%
60–64
7.5%
65–74
8.6%
75–84
4.2%
85+
1.7%

Children (under 15): 15.6% · Seniors (65+): 14.5%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$55,838+$923 vs state
Mean household income$70,042
Per-capita income$19,275
Poverty rate15.0%+0.7% vs state
Unemployment rate3.4%
Employment-to-population28.8%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
25.4%
Construction
19.9%
Manufacturing
10.7%
Retail trade
6.8%
Arts, entertainment & food
6.6%
Agriculture
5.6%
Finance & real estate
5.2%
Public administration
4.7%

The largest employment sector in Greene County is professional & business services, accounting for 25.4% of workers.

How residents commute

0.5%

Drive alone

1.7%

Carpool

64.9%

Public transit

5.8%

Work from home

43.8 min

Avg commute

Housing

$94,200$-67,200 vs state

Median home value

$811

Median rent

78.0%

Homeownership rate

5,137

Total housing units

74.3%

Occupied

25.7%

Vacant

22.0%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

84.4%

With health insurance

85.2%

With broadband internet

25.5%

Foreign-born

7.2%

Veterans (18+)

25.3%

With a disability

98.6%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

80.6%

High School+

11.9%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Greene County, Mississippi has a population of 13,595 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 59th-largest county in Mississippi. Population density is 19 people per square mile.

The population of Greene County has declined 4.9% since 2010 (14,384 → 13,675), a -0.36% annualized rate.

The median household income in Greene County, Mississippi is $55,838, with mean (average) household income of $70,042 and per-capita income of $19,275. 15.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Greene County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (71.7%), Black or African American (24.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Greene County, Mississippi is 40.5 years. Residents are 39.4% female and 60.6% male.

The median home value in Greene County is $94,200 and median monthly rent is $811. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 5,137 total housing units, 25.7% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Greene County, Mississippi is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 25.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.4%.

Jackson is among the largest cities associated with Greene County, Mississippi, with a population of 149,827.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.