Most residents in poverty, Mississippi cities

Mississippi cities with the most residents living below the poverty line, as of the 2024 American Community Survey. Ranked by number of people, not the poverty rate. This list covers the 68 cities in Mississippi that qualify, ranked against each other statewide. The median across all 68 is 2,437. Biggest climber in the top 100 since 2020: Brandon, MS, up 23 places to #38.