Economy & Jobs — Wiggins, Mississippi
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $49,870 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$47,500 |
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| Per Capita Income | $22,401 |
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| Poverty Rate | 24.8% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 12.0% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,849 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 22.8% |
| Arts Food | 20.3% |
| Retail | 17.8% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Fast Food | 14 |
| Gas Stations | 11 |
| General Merchandise | 8 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 7 |
| Commercial Banks | 6 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Dental Offices | 4 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Child Day Care | 3 |
| Hotels Motels | 3 |
| Coffee Shops | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
