Ridgeland

Madison County, Mississippi

Population 112K |Median income $83,441 |1 hospital

Population

111,647

Madison County

Median Income

$83,441

+23% vs avg

Median Home Value

$311,100

+37% vs avg

Median Age

39.1

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

112K+15%

Median Income

$83,441+39%

Median Home Value

$311,100+55%

Poverty Rate

11.2%-12%

Unemployment

3.7%-38%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,186/mo

Poverty Rate

11.2% -21% vs avg

Unemployment 3.7%

Bachelor's Degree+ 49.6%

Work From Home 9.6%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 54.7%

African American 37.1%

Asian 3%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

40.3%

Obesity

36.3%

Short Sleep Duration

32.8%

Physical Inactivity

26.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

14.6%

Binge Drinking

14.3%

Diabetes

12.4%

Current Smoking

12%

Frequent Physical Distress

11.4%

Current Asthma

9.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 82.4%

Dental Visit 13.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.1%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.7%

Stroke

3.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

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★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

MERIT HEALTH MADISON

CANTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Ridgeland Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 35m 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 Ridgeland, MS? ▼

Ridgeland, MS has a population of 111,647 people, located in Madison County, Mississippi.

What is the median household income in Ridgeland? ▼

The median household income in Ridgeland, MS is $83,441 per year. The poverty rate is 11.2%.

What is the median home value in Ridgeland? ▼

The median home value in Ridgeland, MS is $311,100. Median rent is $1,186/month.

What are the top health concerns in Ridgeland? ▼

The top health indicators in Ridgeland include High Blood Pressure (40.3%), Obesity (36.3%), Short Sleep Duration (32.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Ridgeland? ▼

Ridgeland has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Ridgeland? ▼

The median age in Ridgeland, MS is 39.1 years. 49.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ridgeland, MS is located in Madison County, Mississippi. With a population of 112K and a median household income of $83,441, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Ridgeland 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 (Madison 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.