Tunica is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 1,202 people according to the most recent census. The population density is 1,239 people per square mile, which is much higher than the US Population Density of 93 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Tunica has plenty of activities and organizations for its residents to take part in.
The town boasts several local businesses such as the Tunica Roadhouse Casino and Hotel, Tunica Queen Riverboat, and the Gold Strike Casino Resort. Residents can also enjoy year-round outdoor activities such as golfing at the River Bend Links Golf Course or fishing on the banks of the Mississippi River. Other organizations include churches, clubs, and community centers that provide events such as movie nights and holiday celebrations throughout the year. Finally, there are several local sporting events held in Tunica including football games at Tunica Stadium and baseball games at Redbirds Field.
The population in Tunica is 1,202. There are 1,810 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Tunica is 49.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Tunica is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Tunica
- 53.3% are married
- 15.5% are divorced
- 27.4% are married with children
- 6.8% have children, but are single
Race in Tunica
- 56.9% are White
- 38.4% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander