Wilkinson County's 2026 population is estimated at 7,484, reflecting a -2.2% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wilkinson County is the 76th largest county in Mississippi. The 2010 population was 9,863 and has grown -24.12% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.9 years
Female: 44.1 years
Male: 37.9 years
There are 6,522 adults, (1,605 of whom are seniors) in Wilkinson County.
Female: 3,641 (44.6%)
Male: 4,521 (55.4%)
The racial composition of Wilkinson County includes 67.16% Black or African American, 28.45% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 5,482 | 67.16% |
| White | 2,322 | 28.45% |
| Two or more races | 195 | 2.39% |
| Other race | 163 | 2% |
Wilkinson County 's average per capita income is $36,872. Household income levels show a median of $35,311. The poverty rate stands at 27.45%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $61,630 | - |
| Families | $37,389 | $65,009 |
| Households | $35,311 | $50,587 |
| Non Families | $27,240 | $32,026 |
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