Living in Alcorn State University, Mississippi

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Alcorn State University · Census data 2020–2024

Alcorn State University has 972 residents with a median age of 20.1. .

Alcorn State University is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Alcorn State University at a glance

Population
972
Median age
20.1State: 38.6
Bachelor's degree or higher
0%
Average commute
16 min

Is Alcorn State University a good place to live?

Pros: An average commute of 16 minutes.

Cons: Unemployment of 10.1%.

The weather is best in April–May and October–November.

Housing in Alcorn State University: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
12
Owner-occupied
—
Renter-occupied
—
Vacant
100%Includes seasonal homes

100% of homes are vacant most of the year, a sign that Alcorn State University has many vacation and second homes.

Alcorn State University demographics

Population
972
Median age
20.1
Under 18
0%
65 and older
0%
Households
0
Foreign-born
3.5%
Veterans
0%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White10.1%
Hispanic or Latino2.6%
Black86.5%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Alcorn State University ›

Education in Alcorn State University

0% of adults 25 and older in Alcorn State University have a bachelor's degree or higher (Mississippi: 25.1%), and 0% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Alcorn State University0%
Mississippi25.1%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Alcorn State University

Unemployment rate
10.1%State: 5.8%
Average commute
16 minState: 26 min
Work from home
0%
Drive alone
37.8%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
57.2%
Homes with broadband
—

Alcorn State University vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Alcorn State University972———
St. Joseph603$38,393$59,100$733
Port Gibson1,261$42,656$113,500$497
Fayette1,691$28,567$95,000$425
Newellton997$25,190$52,800$542
Waterproof576$21,786$47,300$469
Spokane442$97,361——
Morgantown1,038$52,308$95,100$928
Clayton272$30,962$73,800$442

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Living in Alcorn State University: FAQ

Is Alcorn State University, MS a good place to live?

Pluses: an average commute of 16 minutes. Minuses: unemployment of 10.1%.

What is the median age in Alcorn State University?

The median age in Alcorn State University is 20.1 years (Mississippi: 38.6).

How long is the commute in Alcorn State University?

The average commute to work in Alcorn State University is 16 minutes; 0% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in Alcorn State University?

The unemployment rate in Alcorn State University is 10.1% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Alcorn State University?

0% of adults in Alcorn State University have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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