Mississippi, state of the United States of America. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 2,966,786 inhabitants. The state was created 207 years ago in 1817. Its capital city is Jackson.
There are 30 city/town in Mississippi, . The largest city of Mississippi is Meridian with a population of 36,011. Other cities include, Madison population 25,701, Moss Point population 13,226, McComb population 12,813, Magee population 4,094
Known for its southern hospitality, deep musical roots, and culinary treasures, Mississippi offers charming small towns and cultural hubs within its 48,000 square miles. With a population around 3 million, top destinations in Mississippi include:
Jackson - The state capital and largest city, Jackson is filled with civil rights history from the home of Medgar Evers to the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum. Its arts scene and food shine at the Mississippi Museum of Art and Farish Street.
Natchez - On a bluff above the Mississippi River, historic Natchez flaunts beautiful antebellum mansions and southern culture through events like the pilgrimage tours in the spring.
Oxford - A thriving music, literary, and college town, Oxford is home to the University of Mississippi and its lively Square district filled with local shops, restaurants, and bars.
Columbus - Columbus embraces its Mississippi heritage as the birthplace of playwright Tennessee Williams. Visitors tour elegant historic homes and stroll downtown enjoying cultural attractions.
Clarksdale - At the center of Mississippi Delta blues country, Clarksdale celebrates its music roots with museums like the Delta Blues Museum and rocking festivals during the Juke Joint Festival each April.
From the river cities to college towns, Mississippi reveals its culture, southern hospitality, and rich traditions in communities big and small.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Mississippi.
City Name | Title | County | Population |
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Meridian | City in and the county seat of Lauderdale County, Mississippi, United States | Lauderdale | 36,011 |
Madison | City in Madison County, Florida, United States | Madison | 25,701 |
Moss Point | City in Jackson County, Mississippi, United States | Jackson | 13,226 |
McComb | City in Mississippi, United States | Pike | 12,813 |
Magee | City in Simpson County, Mississippi, United States of America | Simpson | 4,094 |
Morton | City in Scott County, Mississippi, USA | Scott | 3,522 |
Mendenhall | City in Mississippi | Simpson | 2,393 |
Macon | City in Mississippi, United States of America | Noxubee | 2,384 |
Magnolia | City in Mississippi | Pike | 2,174 |
Moorhead | City in Mississippi, United States | Sunflower | 2,059 |
Marion | Suburb town of Meridian, located in Lauderdale County, Mississippi | Lauderdale | 1,482 |
Monticello | County seat of Lawrence County, Mississippi, USA | Lawrence | 1,447 |
Marks | City in Mississippi | Quitman | 1,408 |
Mound Bayou | City in Mississippi, United States | Bolivar | 1,341 |
Mantachie | City in Itawamba County, Mississippi, United States of America | Itawamba | 1,119 |
Metcalfe | Town in Washington County, Mississippi, United States | Washington | 935 |
Mount Olive | City in Covington County, Mississippi, United States of America | Amite | 896 |
Maben | Town of the United States | Oktibbeha | 817 |
Mathiston | Town in Mississippi | Webster | 667 |
Mayersville | Town in Mississippi, US | Issaquena | 517 |
Myrtle | Human settlement in Union County, Mississippi, United States of America | Union | 503 |
McLain | Human settlement in Greene County, Mississippi, United States of America | Greene | 430 |
Meadville | Town in Mississippi | Franklin | 420 |
Merigold | Town of the United States | Bolivar | 371 |
Mize | Town of the United States | Smith | 323 |
Marietta | Town in Prentiss County, Mississippi | Prentiss | 253 |
Morgan City | Town in Mississippi, United States | Leflore | 236 |
Mantee | Village in the United States | Webster | 215 |
Montrose | Town in Jasper County, Mississippi | Jasper | 137 |
McCool | Human settlement in Attala County, Mississippi, United States of America | Attala | 123 |