Lexington
Lexington has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $21,645. Population has declined 15% since 2000. 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 28%. Median home value is $58,300. The poverty rate of 40.5% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 43% less than the Mississippi median.
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How many people live in Lexington, Mississippi?
Lexington, Mississippi has about 1,731 residents according to the 2010 American Community Survey.
What is the median household income in Lexington, Mississippi?
The typical household in Lexington, Mississippi earns about $21,645 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Lexington, Mississippi expensive?
In Lexington, Mississippi, the median home is worth about $58,300, and the typical rent is about $476 a month.
How educated are people in Lexington, Mississippi?
About 16.2% of adults age 25 and over in Lexington, Mississippi hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Lexington, Mississippi?
About 40.5% of people in Lexington, Mississippi live below the federal poverty line.
Has Lexington, Mississippi grown since 1990?
Yes, Lexington, Mississippi has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 367 residents, a change of about -17 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024