Union County Map, Mississippi

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Union County, Mississippi

Union County sits in the northeast corner of Mississippi, near the Tennessee and Alabama borders. Locals are proud of their William Faulkner connection. That’s right. The famous author was born here.
Fishing is big in Union County. Sardis Lake, just to the west and outside the county, brings in anglers from all over. You’ll find some of the best catfish around these parts.
The Tanglefoot Trail runs through the county, offering 44 miles of scenic hiking and biking. Festivals like the Tallahatchie Riverfest bring the community together each year.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Union County |
County Seat | New Albany |
Population | Approximately 29,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | New Albany, Myrtle, Blue Springs, Ingomar, Etta |
Interstates and Highways | US 78 (I-22), MS 15, MS 30 |
FIPS Code | 28-145 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 417 square miles (Land: 416 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Benton County (North), Tippah County (North), Prentiss County (East), Lee County (Southeast), Pontotoc County (South), Lafayette County (Southwest), Marshall County (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
State | Mississippi |
Coordinates | 34.4936° N, 89.0257° W |
Etymology | Named for the concept of “union” after the United States |
Major Landmarks | Tanglefoot Trail, Union County Heritage Museum, New Albany City Park |
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