Economy & Jobs — Richton, Mississippi
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $35,057 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$40,500 |
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| Per Capita Income | $21,494 |
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| Poverty Rate | 27.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% |
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| In Labor Force | 391 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 40.4% |
| Retail | 23.6% |
| Manufacturing | 11.7% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 9 |
| General Merchandise | 6 |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| Fast Food | 5 |
| Dental Offices | 3 |
| Child Day Care | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
