Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
| Below Poverty | 18.5% ▲ 85% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.1% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 439 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,560 (34.3%) |
| Some College | 2,245 (16.9%) |
| Associates | 2,177 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,557 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,313 (17.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,702 ▼ 36% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $107,007 ▼ 62% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $739/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,963 |
| Vacant Units | 1,830 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Leake County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 22,578 residents. With a median age of 41.32, it is a middle-aged county.
Leake County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $48,702 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.4%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Leake County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $107,007 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $739. Homeownership rates are high at 76.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Leake County are majority White (50.23%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Leake County, MS is a working-class area in Mississippi. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.