Population57,346 (2025 est.)
A Civic Center With A Distinctive Namesake
Lowndes County, MississippiLowndes County, Mississippi, centers its public information and county offices in Columbus. Its name honors William Jones Lowndes, and its official community resources connect visitors with local history and tourism information, providing a starting point for learning about the county through its own institutions. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 57,346 residents in Lowndes County, Mississippi, on July 1, 2025.
Lowndes County at a Glance
Population57,346 (2025 est.)
County SeatColumbus
Largest CityColumbus
Established1830 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP CodesSee postal resources
Total Area, Including Water516 sq mi (total)
Major RoutesSee transportation resources
Area CodesVaries by community
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Lowndes County
Lowndes County was established on January 30, 1830, and named for William Jones Lowndes. That date and namesake distinguish the Mississippi county from other places with the same name. Columbus provides the county's administrative setting, while official community links offer paths into more detailed local history. Beginning with these confirmed points keeps the account grounded: county identity, civic location and the sources maintained by local institutions form a reliable foundation for a deeper exploration of the area.
Use the county's official About Us resources to begin planning a Columbus-centered visit or a local-history search. Follow the county's history and tourism links for details about individual destinations, then check those organizations directly for current visitor information. Keeping Mississippi in the search is especially helpful because other states also have a Lowndes County. Start with a particular place or topic so the broader county identity becomes connected to a meaningful local story.
What Shapes Us
Place And Character
Its name honors William Jones Lowndes, and its official community resources connect visitors with local history and tourism information, providing a starting point for learning about the county through its own institutions.
The Local Story
Lowndes County was established on January 30, 1830, and named for William Jones Lowndes. That date and namesake distinguish the Mississippi county from other places with the same name.
Explore The County
Follow the county's history and tourism links for details about individual destinations, then check those organizations directly for current visitor information.
Start with local places and let their stories unfold.
A Closer Look
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Mississippi Highway Patrol investigating crash involving Lowndes County deputy - WTVA
Mississippi Highway Patrol investigating crash involving Lowndes County deputy WTVA
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Mississippi Highway Patrol investigating crash involving Lowndes County deputy WSMV
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Mississippi Highway Patrol investigating crash involving Lowndes County deputy WLBT
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Mississippi Highway Patrol investigating crash involving Lowndes County deputy FOX19 | Cincinnati
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Mississippi Highway Patrol investigating crash involving Lowndes County deputy WFSB
Nov 1, 2026 • 2 min read
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County Resources
Find the Right Local Connection
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Government
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Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Cook Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-05. 2217 7th Street N, Columbus, MS 39701. 662-241-7180.
Caledonia High School – High; grades 09-12. 111 CONFEDERATE DRIVE, CALEDONIA, MS 39740. 662-356-2001.
Ms School For Math And Science – High; grades 11-12. 5th Ave South and MSCW Dr, COLUMBUS, MS 39701. 662-329-7672.
Columbus Middle School – Middle; grades 06-08. 175 Hwy 373, Columbus, MS 39705. 662-241-7300.
Caledonia Elementary – Elementary; grades PK-05. 9509 Wolfe Rd, Caledonia, MS 39740. 662-356-2050.
Fairview Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-05. 225 Airline Road, Columbus, MS 39702. 662-241-7140.
Franklin Academy – Elementary; grades PK-05. 501 3rd Avenue N, Columbus, MS 39701. 662-241-7150.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Bmh-Golden Triangle – Acute Care Hospitals. 2520 5Th Street N, Columbus, MS 39705. 662-244-1000.
Public Safety
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Emergency Services
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Parks & Public Lands
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Trails
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Utilities
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Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Columbus Public Library – 314 North 7Th Street, Columbus, MS 39701. 662-329-5300.
Artesia Public Library – 323 Front Street, Artesia, MS 39736. 662-272-5255.
Caledonia Public Library – 754 Main Street, Caledonia, MS 39740. 662-356-6384.
Crawford Public Library – 320 Main Street, Crawford, MS 39743. 662-272-5144.
Courts
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DMV
Mississippi — Motor Vehicle Record (Driving Record)
Mississippi — Duplicate License
Mississippi — Regular Driver License – Light Commercial – Class D
Transportation
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Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
Get to Know Lowndes County
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57,346 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate). This is a dated Census Bureau estimate, rather than a live resident count.
516.464 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography). The total combines land and water area.
Start with these official Mississippi resources: Motor Vehicle Record (Driving Record); Duplicate License; Regular Driver License – Light Commercial – Class D. Choose the page for the service you need, then check its office or online instructions before making a trip. These links cover state services; they do not establish that every transaction is available at a county office.
Use USPS ZIP Code Lookup for the mailing ZIP Code of a specific street address. Use the USPS location finder to search for nearby postal facilities and available services. An address lookup is more useful for mailing than assuming the entire county shares one ZIP Code.
The VA explains how to find and appoint an accredited representative for benefit claims. Contact a representative to confirm availability before appointing them. For education benefits, use the GI Bill application guidance. These are national VA services available to eligible local residents, rather than a listing of county offices.
Search USAJOBS for federal positions and the Apprenticeship Finder for apprenticeship opportunities, using location filters to narrow the results. USAGov job-training guidance points to training programs and state resources. Check each listing for current availability, eligibility and application instructions; a search result does not guarantee an opening in the county.
Lowndes County was established on January 30, 1830, and named for William Jones Lowndes. That date and namesake distinguish the Mississippi county from other places with the same name. Columbus provides the county's administrative setting, while official community links offer paths into more detailed local history. Beginning with these confirmed points keeps the account grounded: county identity, civic location and the sources maintained by local institutions form a reliable foundation for a deeper exploration of the area.
Use the county's official About Us resources to begin planning a Columbus-centered visit or a local-history search. Follow the county's history and tourism links for details about individual destinations, then check those organizations directly for current visitor information. Keeping Mississippi in the search is especially helpful because other states also have a Lowndes County. Start with a particular place or topic so the broader county identity becomes connected to a meaningful local story.
The 2020 Census geography figures record 505.443 square miles of land and 11.021 square miles of water in Lowndes County. The county’s total area includes both. These are geographic measurements for that Census vintage, not a measurement of current water levels or public recreation access.
In the Census Bureau’s 2025 estimate series, Lowndes County had an estimated 58,783 residents on July 1, 2020, and 57,346 on July 1, 2025. Over that interval, the estimated population decreased by 1,437 residents, or about 2.4%. Both figures come from the same estimate vintage, which revises earlier years for a consistent comparison.
Columbus is the county seat listed for Lowndes County by the National Association of Counties. For an office visit, confirm the specific department’s address before traveling. NACo county profile.
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