Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 15.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.6% ▲ 75% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 266 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,459 (33.4%) |
| Some College | 2,034 (15.2%) |
| Associates | 2,445 (18.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,175 (16.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,977 (14.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,875 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $158,482 ▼ 43% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $801/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,052 |
| Vacant Units | 1,002 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Stone County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 22,482 residents. With a median age of 38.58, it is a middle-aged county.
Stone County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,874 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.6%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Stone County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $158,482 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $801. Homeownership rates are high at 80.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Stone County are primarily White (78.2%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Stone County, MS is a solidly middle-class area in Mississippi. The 3 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.