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Copiah County, Mississippi
Copiah County, Mississippi. Copiah County had 27,497 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 3.1% since 2020, a steeper fall than Mississippi's (−0.2%). It holds 5 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs) and 8 census tracts. GEOID 28029.
Copiah County is one of the 8 counties of the Jackson, MS metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
27,497
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 28,368 · ACS 2020-2024: 27,855
Median household income
$49,089
±$3,182 (90% margin)
Mississippi: $56,447
Median home value
$114,100
±$8,659 (90% margin)
Mississippi: $169,800
Median gross rent
$766
±$100 (90% margin)
Mississippi: $954
How many people live in Copiah County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 28,368 residents in Copiah County. The Census Bureau estimates 27,497 for July 1, 2025, down 3.1% since 2020, a steeper fall than Mississippi's (−0.2%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 27,855 over 777 square miles of land.
| Measure | Copiah County | Mississippi | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 27,855 | 2,946,779 | −646 |
| Households | 10,060±291 | 1,145,431 | +646 |
| Average household size | 2.66±0.08 | 2.49 | −0.27 |
| Housing units | 12,475±23 | 1,341,114 | +142 |
Copiah County's population since 2000
From 28,757 in 2000 to 27,497 in 2025: down 4.4%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Copiah County?
Copiah County holds 5 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Crystal Springs with 4,629 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Crystal Springs | 4,862 | $49,291 |
|---|---|---|
| Hazlehurst | 3,619 | $43,552 |
| Wesson | 1,833 | $65,179 |
| Beauregard | 289 | $53,333 |
| GeorgetownGEOID 2826980 | 252 | $20,625 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Copiah County?
The median resident of Copiah County is 39.6 years old; 22.4% are under 18 and 19.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic Black residents at 50.5%, then non-Hispanic white residents at 43.1%. 2.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Copiah County | Mississippi | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39.6±0.9 | 38.6 | +1.1 |
| Under 18 years | 22.4%±0.1 pts | 23.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 19.1%±0.1 pts | 17.2% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.6% | 3.7% | +1.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 43.1%±0.4 pts | 55.2% | −0.8 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 50.5%±0.6 pts | 36.3% | −1.1 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 1.0% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 3.0% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.6 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.2%±0.8 pts | 2.4% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.8%±0.8 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 4.8%±1.1 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 16.8%±1.8 pts | 17.8% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 12.9%±1.8 pts | 11.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 87.1%±2.1 pts | 87.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 19.7%±2.2 pts | 25.1% | +5.2 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.0%±1.4 pts | 9.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.3%±0.8 pts | 2.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Copiah County earn?
Half of Copiah County's 10,060 households earn less than $49,089 a year (±$3,182), against $56,447 in Mississippi. In 2015-2019 it was $51,875 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 23.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Copiah County | Mississippi | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $49,089±$3,182 | $56,447 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $78,358±$16,485 | $78,922 | – |
| Per capita income | $28,882±$4,999 | $31,549 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 23.0%±3.1 pts | 18.9% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 37.8%±7.5 pts | 26.0% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 18.0%±3.1 pts | 13.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 79.5%±2.9 pts | 84.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Copiah County?
Owners occupy 74.4% of Copiah County's occupied homes and renters 25.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $114,100 by its owner (±$8,659). The median renter pays $766 a month including utilities, and 43.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Copiah County | Mississippi | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $114,100±$8,659 | $169,800 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $766±$100 | $954 | −$136 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 43.5%±9.7 pts | 42.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,310±$108 | $1,394 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 74.4%±3.4 pts | 70.0% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 12,475±23 | 1,341,114 | +142 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.6%±1.4 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.4%±0.6 pts | 8.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 65.3%±3.4 pts | 69.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 27.0%±3.2 pts | 14.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.5%±0.8 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 7.1%±2.0 pts | 4.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Copiah County building?
Builders took permits for 4 new housing units across Copiah County in 2025 (4 single-family), 0.1 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Copiah County get to work?
83.2% of Copiah County's workers drive alone and 3.7% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.5 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.8%.
| Measure | Copiah County | Mississippi | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 50.5%±2.5 pts | 57.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.8%±2.1 pts | 5.8% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 83.2%±3.4 pts | 81.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.3%±2.9 pts | 9.2% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.6%±0.6 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Walked | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 3.7%±1.6 pts | 5.9% | +2.5 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.5 min±1.6 | 25.6 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Copiah County's census tracts?
Copiah County is divided into 8 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $42,771 (Tract 9505.02) to $66,402 (Tract 9502).
| Tract 9501.0128029950101 | 2,300±432 | $48,782 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9501.0228029950102 | 3,389±398 | $46,625 |
| Tract 950228029950200 | 4,440±704 | $66,402 |
| Tract 950328029950300 | 4,462±523 | $47,143 |
| Tract 950428029950400 | 4,587±437 | $44,418 |
| Tract 9505.0128029950501 | 3,816±489 | $58,900 |
| Tract 9505.0228029950502 | 1,968±382 | $42,771 |
| Tract 950628029950600 | 2,893±428 | $50,610 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Copiah County compare with Mississippi's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 31st of 82 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 52nd of 82 |
| Residents per square mile | 47th of 82 |
| Median household income | 44th of 82 |
| Median home value | 48th of 82 |
| Median gross rent | 43rd of 81 |
| Poverty rate | 33rd of 82 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 27th of 82 |
| Median age | 42nd of 82 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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