Jefferson County Map, Mississippi
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Jefferson County, Mississippi
Jefferson County sits in the southwestern part of Mississippi, bordering Louisiana. History runs deep, dating back to the early 1800s.
Fayette is the county seat, a small town with a big heart. The county was named after Thomas Jefferson, and you can feel echoes of the past in its antebellum homes and old churches.
Forests blanket much of the landscape, broken up by farmland and winding creeks. You won’t find any big cities here. Visitors can explore the county’s natural beauty, fishing and hunting in dense woods.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Jefferson County |
| County Seat | Fayette |
| Population | Approximately 7,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Fayette, Harriston, Red Lick |
| Interstates and Highways | US 61, MS 28 |
| FIPS Code | 28-063 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 527 square miles (Land: 519 sq mi, Water: 8 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Claiborne County (North), Copiah County (Northeast), Lincoln County (Southeast), Franklin County (South), Adams County (Southwest), Tensas Parish, Louisiana (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Mississippi |
| Coordinates | 31.7323° N, 91.0648° W |
| Etymology | Named after Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States |
| Major Landmarks | Church Hill Historic District, Windsor Ruins, Grand Gulf Military Park |
| Website | Jefferson County Website |
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