Towns and Places in Kemper County, Mississippi

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

Kemper County is a county located on the central eastern border of the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2020 census, the population was 8,988. Its county seat is De Kalb. The county is named in honor of Reuben Kemper. The county is part of the Meridian, MS Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Here is a list of all the towns, communities, and places in Kemper County, Mississippi:

Towns

• De Kalb
• Scooba

Census-designated places

• Bogue Chitto
• Porterville

Unincorporated communities

• Cullum
• Electric Mills
• Moscow
• Preston
• Sucarnoochee
• Tamola
• Wahalak

Ghost town

• Binnsville
• Minden

Quick Facts about Kemper county, Mississippi

Here are some quick facts about Kemper county, Mississippi:

• Official Website: https://www.kempercounty.ms: https://www.kempercounty.ms
• Population: 5,474 (2020 Census)
• County Seat: De Kalb
• Founded: 1833
• Area: 778 square miles (2,015 km²)
• Land: 766 square miles (1,985 km²)
• Water: 12 square miles (31 km²)
• Location: East-central Mississippi
• Largest City: De Kalb
• Economy: Forestry, agriculture (timber, poultry, livestock), manufacturing, and healthcare

Points of Interest:

• Tallahala National Wildlife Refuge: A refuge for a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkeys, and waterfowl.

• Paul B. Johnson State Park: A park with a lake, hiking trails, and camping facilities.

• Kemper County Courthouse: A historic courthouse built in 1895.

• Kemper County Historical Museum: A museum showcasing the history of the county.

• Choctaw Tribal Museum: A museum dedicated to the history and culture of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma.

Additional notes:

• Kemper County is named after Reuben Kemper, a Mississippi state legislator.
• The county was once home to a number of Native American tribes, including the Choctaw and Chickasaw.
• Kemper County played a role in the Civil War, and the Battle of Okolona was fought here in 1864.
• The county is home to a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Kemper County Fair and the De Kalb Peanut Festival.

When was Kemper County founded?

• 1833.
  

  What is the size of Kemper County?

• The county covers an area of 778 square miles (2,015 km²).

Where is Kemper County located?

•  East-central Mississippi.

What are the educational options in Kemper County?

• Public schools are operated by the Kemper County School District. East Central Community College also has a campus in the county.

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