Economy & Jobs — Macon, Mississippi
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $31,774 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$33,200 |
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| Per Capita Income | $20,326 |
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| Poverty Rate | 34.7% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 8.5% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,569 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 20.0% |
| Retail | 13.3% |
| Professional | 12.4% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 6 |
| Fast Food | 6 |
| General Merchandise | 5 |
| Child Day Care | 5 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Commercial Banks | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
