Demographics in Canton, MS

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Canton?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

10,863

Male

5,275

48.6%

Female

5,588

51.4%

Median Age

35.0

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

20.9%

Black

74.7%

Hispanic

6.2%

Asian

0.2%

Two or More

2.4%

Other

1.8%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

15.0%

High School or Higher

34.2%

Foreign Born

3.0%

Veterans

1.7%

Married

21.7%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Canton, MS has a population of 10,863 with a median age of 35.0. The racial makeup is 20.9% White, 6.2% Hispanic, 74.7% Black. About 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 3.0%.