Moss Point, MS is a small city located in Jackson County with a population of 12,282 people. It has a population density of 548 people per square mile compared to the US average of 93 people per square mile. Moss Point is a thriving local community known for its many small businesses that offer everything from hardware stores to specialty boutiques. There are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities throughout the year such as camping, fishing, boating, hiking and even swimming at the nearby beach. Other organizations include a library and several community centers that provide educational and recreational activities for local residents. Moss Point also boasts some great high school sports teams who often compete in district championships and other regional tournaments.
The population in Moss Point is 12,282. There are 509 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Moss Point is 41.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Moss Point is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Moss Point
- 33.7% are married
- 14.7% are divorced
- 15.6% are married with children
- 21.1% have children, but are single
Race in Moss Point
- 23.2% are White
- 72.6% are Black
- 0.6% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 2.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander