Jefferson Davis County Map, Mississippi
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Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi
Jefferson Davis County sits in south-central Mississippi, about halfway between Jackson and the Gulf Coast. It’s named after Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War.
Prentiss is the county seat, a small town with a classic Southern courthouse square. Thick pine forests cover much of the land with fields of soybeans and cotton.
Bass fishing is big in the local lakes and streams. Despite its challenges, folks are working hard to build a brighter future for the next generation.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Jefferson Davis County |
| County Seat | Prentiss |
| Population | Approximately 11,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Prentiss, Bassfield, Carson |
| Interstates and Highways | US 84, MS 13 |
| FIPS Code | 28-065 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 409 square miles (Land: 408 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Simpson County (North), Covington County (East), Lamar County (Southeast), Marion County (South), Lawrence County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Mississippi |
| Coordinates | 31.5969° N, 89.8035° W |
| Etymology | Named after Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederate States of America |
| Major Landmarks | Prentiss Bridge Park, Longleaf Trace Trail, Jefferson Davis County Courthouse |
| Website | Jefferson Davis County Website |
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