Issaquena County, MS Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | Issaquena County | Mississippi Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,088 | 2,949,037 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 2.5 | 60.8 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -2.73% | -0.18% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 45.3 | 36.3 | 37.1 |
| Households | 376 | 1,131,698 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Issaquena County declined by 48.6% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 1,095 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Issaquena County has a the economy index of F, which means it scores poorly in the economy.
| Metric | Issaquena County | Mississippi Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $28,653 | $55,084 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.77% | 4.47% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 8.2% | 5.9% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Issaquena County is about 48% lower than in Mississippi.
Housing
| Metric | Issaquena County | Mississippi Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | — | $119,791 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $253 | $923 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 63.3% | 69.5% | 65.1% |
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Issaquena County spend about 33 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 139 hours, about 5.8 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Issaquena County | Mississippi Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 16.7 | 21.4 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 33.5 | 42.8 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 139 | 178 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $4,324 | $5,533 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 0.6% | 5.3% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 5,135 | 6,176 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 400 | 914 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Mississippi:
Sharkey County (13.0 min), Coahoma County (13.3 min), Leflore County (13.4 min).
Slowest:
Wilkinson County (35.9 min), Greene County (33.2 min), Stone County (32.7 min).
The average commute time in Issaquena County is 17 minutes, shorter than the 21 minutes in Mississippi.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Issaquena County has a education index of F, which means it scores poorly in education.
| Metric | Issaquena County | Mississippi Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 5.0% | 21.7% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 1.95 | 2.52 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Mississippi:
Madison County (0.4), Lafayette County (0.3), Oktibbeha County (0.3).
Lowest:
Issaquena County (0.1), Tallahatchie County (0.2), Greene County (0.2).
Health
Issaquena County has a health index of F, which means it scores poorly in health.
| Metric | Issaquena County | Mississippi Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 72.2 | 74.7 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 31.2% | 23.5% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 28.3% | 22.1% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Mississippi:
Madison County (0.8), Lafayette County (0.8), Oktibbeha County (0.8).
Lowest:
Holmes County (0.7), Quitman County (0.7), Sharkey County (0.7).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Issaquena County, Mississippi.
What is the population of Issaquena County, Mississippi?
The population of Issaquena County, Mississippi is 1,088, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Issaquena County, Mississippi?
The population density of Issaquena County, Mississippi is 2.5 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Issaquena County, Mississippi?
The median household income in Issaquena County, Mississippi is $28,653, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the unemployment rate in Issaquena County, Mississippi?
The unemployment rate in Issaquena County, Mississippi is 8.2%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.