Rankin County Ranks Above the Rest!

Welcome to Rankin County, Mississippi, a flourishing location at the center of
“the crossroads of the South.”
Rankin County is an integral part of the vibrant Jackson metropolitan area. Rankin County offers the distinct advantage of metro amenities and opportunities coupled with the tranquility of smaller communities. As one of Mississippi’s most rapidly growing counties, Rankin County consistently delivers exceptional economic development opportunities including a high quality standard of living, flourishing communities, top ranked educational institutions, a dynamic employment sector, diverse housing opportunities, and an overall elevated quality of life.
Not only is Rankin County home to a business-friendly environment, but it has the strategic location, well-developed infrastructure, skilled workforce and diverse industry base to ensure businesses can not only succeed but thrive.
Within Rankin County…
163,000+
Population
80,000+
in the Labor Force
81.7%
Prime-Age Labor Force Participation Rate
38
Median Age
4.4%
Manufacturing Union Rate, lower than the state & national average
Within a 45-minute drive time…
647,000+
Population
314,000+
in the Labor Force
81.0%
Prime-Age Labor Force Participation Rate
37.4
Median Age
10,600+
Certificates & degrees awarded annually at seven higher education institutions.
5.5%
Manufacturing Union Rate, lower than the state & national average
