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Lowndes County, MS market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Lowndes County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 57,346
- −2.4% since 2020
- Households
- 23,006
- Median household income
- $53,812
- +6.7% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $164,100
- Jobs located here
- 24,412
- Highest market score
- 63
- Lawn, cleaning and pest control, #382 of 1,771 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 57,346 people live in Lowndes County, in 23,006 households. Population estimates put the population change in Lowndes County from 2020 to 2025 at −2.4%, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median household income in Lowndes County is $53,812 a year, 33% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 6.7% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Lowndes County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 126, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (56).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Lowndes County are for lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (63); pet businesses (61); and chiropractors (55). Lowndes County ranks #382 of 1,771 scored counties for lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies.
Lowndes County is part of the Columbus area. For its number of households, Lowndes County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for child care centers and preschools (2.1 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for pet businesses (50% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Lowndes County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Lowndes County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 63 | #382 of 1,771 | 8 | 3.5 | $3.7M | 219 | 25 |
| Pet businesses | 61 | #604 of 2,200 | 12 | 5.2 | $1.4M | 163 | 9 |
| Chiropractors | 55 | #584 of 1,490 | 6 | 2.6 | $3.7M | 154 | 4 |
| Veterinarians | 49 | #763 of 1,485 | 6 | 2.6 | $2.9M | 105 | 6 |
| Electricians | 45 | #697 of 1,160 | 5 | 2.2 | $11.3M | 94 | 11 |
| Grocery stores | 44 | #1,221 of 2,070 | 16 | 7.0 | $7.8M | 84 | 6 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 42 | #1,133 of 1,707 | 14 | 6.1 | $4M | 85 | 13 |
| Insurance agencies | 41 | #1,418 of 2,272 | 39 | 17.0 | $1.5M | 116 | 26 |
| Home repair trades | 39 | #1,522 of 2,057 | 26 | 11.3 | $2.2M | 90 | 30 |
| Tire shops | 37 | #1,102 of 1,530 | 12 | 5.2 | $1.7M | 67 | 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 37 | #1,388 of 1,889 | 15 | 6.5 | $4.9M | 118 | 14 |
| Pizza | 36 | #1,586 of 2,090 | 13 | 5.7 | $5.6M | 111 | 52 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 35 | #1,572 of 2,063 | 17 | 7.4 | $4.3M | 116 | 14 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | 34 | #720 of 887 | 6 | 2.6 | Index only | 131 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 34 | #1,008 of 1,327 | 7 | 3.0 | $2.9M | 93 | 7 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 34 | #1,886 of 2,176 | 42 | 18.3 | Index only | 134 | 19 |
| Real estate | 34 | #1,910 of 2,229 | 52 | 22.6 | Index only | 137 | 31 |
| Roofing and gutters | 33 | #934 of 1,177 | 7 | 3.0 | $8.1M | 96 | 6 |
| Funeral homes | 33 | #1,145 of 1,472 | 8 | 3.5 | $385K | 57 | 4 |
| Spas and skin care | 30 | #1,528 of 1,769 | 26 | 11.3 | $676K | 77 | 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 27 | #2,100 of 2,378 | 49 | 21.3 | $411K | 92 | 31 |
| Gas stations | 26 | #2,080 of 2,358 | 49 | 21.3 | $1.4M | 57 | 37 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 26 | #2,176 of 2,405 | 129 | 56.1 | $566K | 85 | 38 |
| Auto repair and car care | 24 | #2,186 of 2,401 | 91 | 39.6 | $221K | 82 | 39 |
| Physical therapy | 23 | #1,300 of 1,422 | 14 | 6.1 | $1.6M | 66 | 8 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 22 | #2,171 of 2,402 | 58 | 25.2 | $2.2M | 64 | 21 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | 21 | #1,243 of 1,334 | 11 | 4.8 | $1.1M | 57 | 5 |
| Car washes and detailing | 21 | #1,351 of 1,451 | 11 | 4.8 | $1.8M | 73 | Under 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 21 | #2,263 of 2,405 | 224 | 97.4 | $326K | 88 | 106 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 20 | #1,542 of 1,656 | 18 | 7.8 | $1.2M | 69 | 37 |
| Convenience stores | 19 | #2,041 of 2,261 | 28 | 12.2 | $4.5M | 57 | 15 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 18 | #2,323 of 2,385 | 129 | 56.1 | $136K | 64 | 19 |
| Hair salons | 15 | #2,278 of 2,339 | 66 | 28.7 | $266K | 62 | 14 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 13 | #2,168 of 2,222 | 43 | 18.7 | $1.7M | 56 | 52 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 12 | #2,046 of 2,088 | 39 | 17.0 | $322K | 49 | 14 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 12 | #2,375 of 2,394 | 196 | 85.2 | $113K | 74 | 87 |
| Gyms | 11 | #1,743 of 1,792 | 24 | 10.4 | $524K | 40 | 9 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 11 | #1,872 of 1,886 | 32 | 13.9 | $693K | 70 | 24 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 11 | #2,190 of 2,210 | 80 | 34.8 | $468K | 53 | 28 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 10 | #2,071 of 2,087 | 66 | 28.7 | $568K | 45 | 28 |
| Child care and preschools | 9 | #1,589 of 1,611 | 28 | 12.2 | $287K | 29 | 23 |
| Barbershops | 8 | #1,319 of 1,356 | 18 | 7.8 | $976K | 52 | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | 7 | #1,313 of 1,328 | 19 | 8.3 | $924K | 55 | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 6 | #1,288 of 1,302 | 15 | 6.5 | $1.5M | 47 | 8 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.7 | $9.4M | 60 | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.7 | $7.4M | 115 | 13 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.7 | $9.4M | 75 | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.7 | $4.3M | 169 | 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 1.7 | $3.1M | 77 | 9 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.3 | $9.8M | 335 | 9 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.3 | $6.7M | 49 | 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.3 | Index only | 185 | 9 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.4 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.4 | $29.4M | Too few | 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.4 | $17.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.4 | $22.2M | Too few | 6 |
Household spending in Lowndes County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $20.2M | $876 | 91 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $66.5M | $2,889 | 111 |
| Food away from home | $73M | $3,175 | 78 |
| Groceries | $125.2M | $5,440 | 86 |
| Personal care products and services | $17.6M | $763 | 76 |
| Child care and other personal services | $8M | $349 | 60 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $12.6M | $546 | 56 |
| Medical and dental services | $22.2M | $964 | 75 |
| Pets | $17.2M | $746 | 82 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $37.5M | $1,628 | 79 |
| Vehicle insurance | $56.8M | $2,468 | 126 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $56.6M | $2,459 | 81 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $29.4M | $1,278 | 90 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $307.8M | $13,379 | 80 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Lowndes County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 57,346−2.4% since 2020
- Households
- 23,006
- Median age
- 39.4
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 61%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 506 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 114
- Median household income
- $53,812+6.7% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $73,521
- Median home value
- $164,100
- Jobs located here
- 24,412
- Daytime population
- 59,512Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Lowndes County, MS growing?
Population estimates put Lowndes County at 57,346 people in 2025, down 2.4% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 23,006 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 6.7%, before inflation.
How much do households in Lowndes County, MS spend?
Households in Lowndes County spend about $307.8M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $125.2M on groceries and $73M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Lowndes County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 126, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (56).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Lowndes County, MS?
Of the business types scored in Lowndes County, lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (63); pet businesses (61); and chiropractors (55) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies, that ranks #382 of 1,771 scored counties.
How does Lowndes County, MS compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Lowndes County is $53,812, 33% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 2.4% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $164,100, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for child care centers and preschools (2.1 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for pet businesses (50% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 44 of the 56 business types have a score in Lowndes County, each ranked against other counties.
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