Perry County, MS — Demographics & Population
Population, age distribution, race & ethnicity, and education data
Population Overview
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Total Population
11,459
Male
5,719
49.9%
Female
5,740
50.1%
Median Age
42.9 yrs
Avg Household Size
2.5
Foreign Born
3.1%
Race & Ethnicity
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Age Distribution
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Education
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Bachelor's or Higher7.8%
High School or Higher37.3%
Other Demographics
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Veterans
6.3%
Disability
0.0%
Non-English Home
7.7%
Married
37.9%
Perry County, MS has a population of 11,459 according to 2023 Census Bureau estimates. The median age is 42.9 years. The largest racial or ethnic group is White at 77.6% of the population. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 3.1% of residents are foreign-born.