Cities, Towns & Places in Jones County, Mississippi

Here is a list of all the cities, towns, communities, and places in Jones county, Mississippi

Jones County is in the southeastern portion of the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2020 census, the population was 67,246. Its county seats are Laurel and Ellisville. Jones County is part of the Laurel micropolitan area.

Here is a list of all the cities, towns, communities, and places in Jones county, Mississippi:

Cities

Ellisville
Laurel

Towns

Sandersville
Soso

Census-designated place

Eastabuchie
Moselle
Ovett
Sharon

Unincorporated communities

Amy
Errata
Sand Hill
Tawanta
Whitfield

Quick Facts about Jones county, Mississippi

Here are some quick facts about Jones county, Mississippi:

Official Website: https://jonescountyms.com/
Population: 67,761
County Seat: Ellisville
Founded: 1812
Area: 689 square miles (1,785 km²)
Land: 682 square miles (1,766 km²)
Water: 7 square miles (18 km²)
Location: South-central Mississippi
Largest City: Laurel
Economy: Manufacturing (automotive parts, furniture), healthcare, retail, and tourism

Points of Interest:

Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge: A refuge for sandhill cranes and other wildlife.
Paul B. Johnson State Park: A park with a lake, hiking trails, and camping facilities.
Laurel Historic District: A district with a number of historic buildings, including the Laurel Train Depot.
Lauren Rogers Museum of Art: A museum with a collection of American and European art.
Jones County Fairgrounds: A fairgrounds that hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including the Jones County Fair.

Additional notes:

Jones County is named after John Paul Jones, a hero of the American Revolutionary War.
The county was once home to a number of Native American tribes, including the Choctaw and Chickasaw.
Jones County played a role in the Civil War, and the Battle of Fort Pemberton was fought here in 1863.
The county is home to a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Jones County Fair and the Laurel Main Street Spring Festival.

What is the economy of Jones County like?
The economy is primarily based on manufacturing (automotive parts, furniture), healthcare, retail, and tourism.

Who are some of the major employers in Jones County?

Major employers include:

Sanderson Farms
South Mississippi Electric Power Association
Jones County School District
Laurel Regional Hospital
Masonite International

Tell me about some of the popular tourist attractions in Jones County?

Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge: A refuge for sandhill cranes and other wildlife
Paul B. Johnson State Park: A park with a lake, hiking trails, and camping facilities
Laurel Historic District: A district with a number of historic buildings, including the Laurel Train Depot
Lauren Rogers Museum of Art: A museum with a collection of American and European art
Jones County Fairgrounds: A fairgrounds that hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including the Jones County Fair