District 5, Mississippi
District 5 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 5 is a geographic entity located in Madison County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,018. The land area covers 404.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,018 | ±1,547 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs | ±2.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,668 | ±749 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 9,755 | ±754 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,668 | ±749 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,087 | ±249 |
| Median Home Value | $190,100 | ±$18,209 |
| Median Gross Rent | $956 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,570 | ±$10,110 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,491 | ±$2,633 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,840 | ±902 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.5% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,959 | ±1,064 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88% | ±3.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 114,247 (2024)
ID: 184120
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 608, CANTON MS 39046-0608
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | Canton, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 04-12 | Canton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Camden, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Canton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Canton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Madison, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Madison, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Canton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Canton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CANTON, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Holmes Community College
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College | 18.5 mi away | #1 Hill St, Goodman, MS, 39079 |
6624722312
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PAUL E. GRIFFIN LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 116 PARKSIDE AVENUE, CAMDEN, MS, 39045 |
(662) 468-0309
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Wesley Biblical Seminary
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College | 24.5 mi away | 1880 E County Line Road, Ridgeland, MS, 39157-1920 |
6013668880
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MADISON COUNTY-CANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 102 PRIESTLEY STREET, CANTON, MS, 39046 |
(601) 859-3202
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PICKENS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 309 HIGHWAY 51, PICKENS, MS, 39146 |
(662) 468-2391
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SANDHILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 727 SANDHILL ROAD, SANDHILL, MS, 39161 |
(601) 829-1653
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GOODMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 9792 MAIN STREET, GOODMAN, MS, 39079 |
(662) 472-2213
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CARTHAGE-LEAKE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 114 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, CARTHAGE, MS, 39051 |
(601) 267-7821
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LIBRARY ON WHEELS
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 994 MADISON AVENUE, MADISON, MS, 39110 |
(601) 856-2749
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REBECCA BAINE RIGBY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 994 MADISON AVENUE, MADISON, MS, 39110 |
(601) 856-2749
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CANTON 4N, MS US, located 8.6 miles from District 5. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.0° | 33.6° | 44.8° | 5.15" | 0.0" |
| February | 59.8° | 35.9° | 47.8° | 4.92" | 0.1" |
| March | 68.2° | 43.4° | 55.8° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.3° | 50.7° | 63.0° | 6.09" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.5° | 60.3° | 71.4° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.8° | 66.6° | 77.7° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.8° | 70.2° | 81.0° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.1° | 68.9° | 80.0° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.6° | 62.8° | 75.2° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| October | 77.9° | 50.8° | 64.4° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| November | 66.0° | 40.4° | 53.2° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.1° | 35.3° | 46.7° | 5.01" | 0.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Pickens town | Town | 13.7 mi | — |
| Gluckstadt city | City | 17.1 mi | — |
| Goodman town | Town | 18.3 mi | — |
| Lena town | Town | 18.9 mi | — |
| Redwater CDP | CDP | 20.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2808993357. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.