Monroe County's 2026 population is estimated at 33,177, reflecting a -0.46% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Monroe County is the 23rd largest county in Mississippi. The 2010 population was 36,913 and has grown -10.12% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.7 years
Female: 42.8 years
Male: 40.2 years
There are 26,196 adults, (6,893 of whom are seniors) in Monroe County.
Female: 17,658 (52.3%)
Male: 16,089 (47.7%)
The racial composition of Monroe County includes 67.08% White, 29.73% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 22,638 | 67.08% |
| Black or African American | 10,034 | 29.73% |
| Two or more races | 754 | 2.23% |
| Other race | 109 | 0.32% |
| Asian | 107 | 0.32% |
| Native American | 89 | 0.26% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 16 | 0.05% |
Monroe County 's average per capita income is $44,000. Household income levels show a median of $51,866. The poverty rate stands at 18.04%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,885 | - |
| Families | $65,836 | $85,118 |
| Households | $51,866 | $70,112 |
| Non Families | $24,301 | $35,125 |
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