Grenada

MS

Grenada County, Mississippi

Population 21K |Median income $48,804 |1 hospital

Population
21,217
Grenada County
Median Income
$48,804
-28% vs avg
Median Home Value
$132,200
-42% vs avg
Median Age
39.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
21K-2%
Median Income
$48,804+43%
Median Home Value
$132,200+53%
Poverty Rate
24.6%+12%
Unemployment
4.9%-58%

Economics

Median Rent
$807/mo
Poverty Rate
24.6% +73% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 21.8%
Work From Home 3.5%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 50.3%
African American 44.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
48.2%
Obesity
46.1%
Short Sleep Duration
41.7%
Physical Inactivity
37%
Current Smoking
18.5%
Diabetes
17.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
16%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.3%
Binge Drinking
12.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 8%
Annual Checkup 81.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.5%
Stroke
5.3%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI MEDICAL CENTER- GRENADA
GRENADA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Grenada Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Grenada, MS? ▼
Grenada, MS has a population of 21,217 people, located in Grenada County, Mississippi.
What is the median household income in Grenada? ▼
The median household income in Grenada, MS is $48,804 per year. The poverty rate is 24.6%.
What is the median home value in Grenada? ▼
The median home value in Grenada, MS is $132,200. Median rent is $807/month.
What are the top health concerns in Grenada? ▼
The top health indicators in Grenada include High Blood Pressure (48.2%), Obesity (46.1%), Short Sleep Duration (41.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Grenada? ▼
Grenada has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Grenada? ▼
The median age in Grenada, MS is 39.2 years. 21.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Grenada, MS is located in Grenada County, Mississippi. With a population of 21K and a median household income of $48,804, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Grenada area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Grenada County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.