Metro areas in Mississippi: income, rent and home values
Mississippi has 4 metropolitan areas with annual Census data, led by Memphis, TN with 1.3 million residents. Household incomes are highest in Memphis, TN ($70,884). Renters spend the smallest share of income in Jackson, MS (32.5%) and the largest in Hattiesburg, MS (39.4%). The fastest-growing metro since 2021 is Jackson, MS (+4.2%).
| Metro area | Population | Median income | Median rent | Home value | Rent / income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | 1,343,277 | $70,884 | $1,330 | $280,700 | 32.9% |
| Jackson, MS | 611,499 | $61,772 | $1,176 | $205,300 | 32.5% |
| Gulfport, MS | 431,329 | $65,681 | $1,217 | $229,700 | 32.8% |
| Hattiesburg, MS | 157,698 | $65,933 | $1,032 | $243,600 | 39.4% |
Includes 1 metro area that cross into neighboring states.
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Mississippi at a glance
What is the most affordable metro area in Mississippi for renters?+
Jackson, MS, where renters spend a median 32.5% of household income on rent (2025 Census data).
Which metro area in Mississippi has the highest income?+
Memphis, TN, with a median household income of $70,884 in 2025.
How many metro areas are in Mississippi?+
4 metropolitan statistical areas in Mississippi have annual Census estimates (population 65,000+).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 1-year estimates (released September 2026), with 2024 and 2021 for trends. Figures are survey estimates with margins of error; small differences between metros may not be meaningful. Metro areas use the official Metropolitan Statistical Area boundaries. Compiled and analyzed by Metro Research. Methodology.