Quitman County's 2026 population is estimated at 5,442, reflecting a -0.91% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Quitman County is the 80th largest county in Mississippi. The 2010 population was 8,152 and has grown -33.24% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.2 years
Female: 43.9 years
Male: 37.7 years
There are 4,440 adults, (1,061 of whom are seniors) in Quitman County.
Female: 3,003 (52%)
Male: 2,771 (48%)
The racial composition of Quitman County includes 73.74% Black or African American, 24.4% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Native American, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 4,258 | 73.74% |
| White | 1,409 | 24.4% |
| Two or more races | 90 | 1.56% |
| Native American | 16 | 0.28% |
| Other race | 1 | 0.02% |
Quitman County 's average per capita income is $33,301. Household income levels show a median of $32,412. The poverty rate stands at 29.63%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $67,656 | - |
| Families | $50,162 | $61,580 |
| Households | $32,412 | $49,753 |
| Non Families | $19,583 | $30,375 |
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