Mississippi

Key Details

• Mississippi has a population of 2,961,279
• In 2022, Mississippi had 1,319,945 housing units, of which 14.5% were reported vacant. The average household size was 2.59.
• 30.8% of Mississippi residents have at least completed high school or equivalent educational attainment, and 15.2% have completed a bachelor's degree.
• The 2024 Governor of Mississippi is Tate Reeves of the Republican Party.
• Mississippi's median household income is $52,719, higher than the national average.
• Mississippi's life expectancy at birth is 71 years.

Mississippi Population Demographics

Mississippi is one of the 17 states with less than 3 million residents. It is inhabited by over 2.9 million residents, of whom 98.7% are U.S. citizens. White and Black American residents comprise the largest population shares, at 55.9% and 37.1%, respectively.

At the lower end of racial demographics, the Asian population is 0.98%, other Hispanics are 1.15%, and whites (Hispanics) are 1%. By gender, the state is split 48.6% male and 51.4% female. This difference increases older populations, while the male population further decreases with age.

Mississippi also boasts a significant immigrant population of over 70,000. The top countries of origin of the immigrants are Mexico (23%), Guatemala (10%), India (8%), and Vietnam (4%).

Elections and Voting

Mississippi's political landscape reflects a two-party system, with candidates typically representing the Democratic or Republican parties. Currently, the Republican Party holds significant power, having controlled the governorship, secretary of state, and presidency of the state senate for the past 13 years, establishing a Republican trifecta in the state.

On the national level, Mississippi's political alignment mirrors its state-level dynamics. Both of its current senators are Republicans, and in recent presidential elections (2020, 2016, and 2012), most Mississippi voters, over 55%, supported the Republican candidate. The highest Democratic turnout in recent years was in 2012, with 43% of the vote.

Housing, Income, and Employment

Mississippi has 1,319,945 housing units, with over 191,392 reported vacancies. Most of these are two—or three-person households, as only 21.7% of the housing units house four or more people.

Many people in Mississippi struggle to find affordable housing, with most residents spending over half their income on housing. The typical price range for homes in Mississippi is $150,000 to $199,000 for mid-tier homes and nearly $50,000 for bottom-tier homes. A household income of $150,000 is required to qualify for a mid-tier home mortgage, which is significantly more than double the state's actual median household income of $52,719. Mississippi's unemployment rate is currently 2.80%, which is lower than the national average of 4.2%.

Mississippi Crime Rates

In 2023, Mississippi recorded 3567 incidents of violent crimes, and 32.3% of these cases were cleared. The state's violent crime rate is 2.45 incidents per 1,000 people, which is lower than the national average. Within this category are crimes like armed robbery and aggravated assault.

Mississippi has a notable property crime rate: 17.47 per 1,000 residents, with over 30,719 incidents in 2023. These offenses include auto theft, burglary, and robbery. Scott County has the highest violent crime rate, with 42 violent crimes per 1000 residents. The fewest violent crimes occurred in Choctaw, Marshall, and Clay Counties.

How to Find People in Mississippi

The availability of vast public records and the widespread use of social media platforms have simplified locating individuals. Online search tools can meticulously scan through billions of government documents, social media posts, professional profiles, and other sources to reveal detailed information about a person. Using these tools, one can accurately trace an individual's address history, creating a comprehensive map documenting their previous residences. This makes it incredibly easy to reconnect with a lost relative, a previous roommate, or a childhood friend. Furthermore, these tools are invaluable for locating individuals for legal or professional purposes.

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