Mississippi Population Demographics by Race

---

Population Demographics by Race in Mississippi

Based on the latest data in 2024, 55.8% of Mississippi’s population identifies as White (including both Hispanic and non-Hispanic White residents), with 55.2% identifying as non-Hispanic White specifically. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race make up 3.7% of the total population. Black or African American residents account for 36.4%, and Asian residents make up 1.0%.

---

Population by Race and Hispanic Origin

---

Race Share of Total Population

---

Source:

• American Community Survey (ACS), Table B03002 — Hispanic or Latino Origin by Race