The demographic distribution of women and children in a state, county or city can have an impact on the rates of birth outcomes in that area. When comparing the rates of health indicators between different geographic regions, these distributions should be taken into consideration.
Last updated:
March 2026
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The total population of Mississippi in 2024 was 2,943,045.
In Mississippi in 2024, the population of children under the age of 20 was 758,937.
In Mississippi in 2024, the population of women ages 15-44 was 583,680.
During 2021-2023 (average), about 1 in 4 women of childbearing age (ages 15-44) (22.6%) in Mississippi were living in families with incomes below the Federal Poverty Level.
Notes: All race categories exclude Hispanics.
Sources: US Census Bureau. Population estimates based on bridged race categories released by the National Center for Health Statistics. Retrieved September 16, 2026, from www.marchofdimes.org/peristats.
In Mississippi in 2024, 4.1% of the total population was Hispanic, 55.4% were White, 37.3% were Black, 0.5% were American Indian/Alaska Native and 1.3% were Asian/Pacific Islander.
The demographic distribution of women and children in a state, county or city can have an impact on the rates of birth outcomes in that area. When comparing the rates of health indicators between different geographic regions, these distributions should be considered.