Hancock County Map, Mississippi
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Hancock County, Mississippi
Hancock County sits on the Gulf Coast in the south of Mississippi. It’s the westernmost county, bordering Louisiana. The county seat is Bay St. Louis, which is a great place for seafood lovers.
Hancock County has seen its share of hurricanes, but the resilient spirit of its people always shines through. You can’t miss the NASA Stennis Space Center here. It’s where they test rockets!
Locals love to fish, whether it’s in the Bay of St. Louis or out on the Gulf. Despite its coastal location, the county also boasts beautiful pine forests inland. It’s a place where you can enjoy a laid-back lifestyle while still being close to bigger cities like New Orleans.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Hancock County |
| County Seat | Bay St. Louis |
| Population | Approximately 50,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Bay St. Louis, Waveland, Diamondhead, Kiln, Pearlington, Clermont Harbor, Shoreline Park |
| Interstates and Highways | I-10, US 90, MS 43, MS 603 |
| FIPS Code | 28-045 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 553 square miles (Land: 474 sq mi, Water: 79 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Pearl River County (North), Harrison County (East), St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana (South), St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Mississippi |
| Coordinates | 30.3788° N, 89.5294° W |
| Etymology | Named after John Hancock, a Founding Father and the first signer of the Declaration of Independence |
| Major Landmarks | Buccaneer State Park, Infinity Science Center, Bay St. Louis Historic District, Stennis Space Center |
| Website | Hancock County Website |
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