Warren County, Mississippi Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 18th-largest in Mississippi
The population of Warren County, Mississippi is 43,623 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest county in Mississippi. The median household income is $56,648, the median home value is $144,400, and the median age is 40.3.
The population of Warren County has declined 13.8% since 2010 (48,833 → 42,105), a -1.05% annualized rate.
43,623
Population
-1.05%
Annual growth
74
People / sq mi
$56,648
Median Income
$144,400
Median Home Value
Warren County covers 589 sq mi of land at 74.1 people per square mile.
About Warren County, MS
Remote work is unusually rare in Warren County: 2.9% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 43,623 residents, Warren County is a county in Mississippi. It ranks #18 among counties in Mississippi by population.
Median household income is $56,648, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 14.5% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Median home value is $144,400, with typical rent around $889.
Roughly 26.5% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 2.9% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Warren County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Warren County had a population of 48,833 in 2010 and 42,105 in 2024, a -13.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 48,833 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.05%.
42,105
Population (2024)
48,833
Population (2010)
48,833
Peak (2010)
-1.05%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 48,833 |
| 2011 | 48,325 |
| 2012 | 48,226 |
| 2013 | 48,301 |
| 2014 | 47,951 |
| 2015 | 47,496 |
| 2016 | 47,017 |
| 2017 | 46,717 |
| 2018 | 46,096 |
| 2019 | 45,477 |
| 2020 | 44,550 |
| 2021 | 43,440 |
| 2022 | 42,684 |
| 2023 | 42,323 |
| 2024 | 42,105 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 46.7% |
| Black or African American | 49.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.3
Median Age
52.1%
Female
47.9%
Male
18.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.4% · Seniors (65+): 18.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $56,648+$1,733 vs state |
| Mean household income | $81,976 |
| Per-capita income | $33,217 |
| Poverty rate | 14.5%+0.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 54.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Warren County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
0.7%
Carpool
87.8%
Public transit
2.9%
Work from home
21.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$144,400$-17,000 vs state
Median home value
$889
Median rent
71.2%
Homeownership rate
21,542
Total housing units
78.1%
Occupied
21.9%
Vacant
28.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.4%
With health insurance
93.9%
With broadband internet
17.2%
Foreign-born
6.3%
Veterans (18+)
20.0%
With a disability
96.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.1%
High School+
26.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Warren County, Mississippi has a population of 43,623 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest county in Mississippi. Population density is 74 people per square mile.
The population of Warren County has declined 13.8% since 2010 (48,833 → 42,105), a -1.05% annualized rate.
The median household income in Warren County, Mississippi is $56,648, with mean (average) household income of $81,976 and per-capita income of $33,217. 14.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Warren County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (49.0%), White (46.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Warren County, Mississippi is 40.3 years. Residents are 52.1% female and 47.9% male.
The median home value in Warren County is $144,400 and median monthly rent is $889. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 21,542 total housing units, 21.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Warren County, Mississippi is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.
Jackson is among the largest cities associated with Warren County, Mississippi, with a population of 149,827.
Warren County, MS Climate
Warren County, MS has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F) and receives about 1421 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18°C
Avg Temp
1421
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 45° | 139 mm |
| February | 9° / 49° | 128 mm |
| March | 14° / 57° | 157 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 131 mm |
| May | 22° / 71° | 131 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 97 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 101 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 85 mm |
| September | 25° / 76° | 79 mm |
| October | 19° / 65° | 96 mm |
| November | 13° / 56° | 121 mm |
| December | 9° / 49° | 156 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 Warren County, MS
The most comfortable months to visit Warren County, MS are typically October, May and September, 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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