Economy & Jobs — Paden, Mississippi
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $51,042 |
| Estimated 2026 | ~$56,300 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,328 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.8% |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.3% |
| In Labor Force | 53 |
Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
| Manufacturing | 45.7% |
| Construction | 20.0% |
| Education Healthcare | 20.0% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
| Fast Food | 15 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 14 |
| Gas Stations | 11 |
| Insurance Agencies | 11 |
| Grocery Stores | 8 |
| General Merchandise | 8 |
| Auto Repair | 8 |
| Commercial Banks | 8 |
| Law Offices | 7 |
| Convenience Stores | 4 |
| Liquor Stores | 4 |
| Child Day Care | 4 |
| Coffee Shops | 4 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.