Think you live in a small town? Well, you may want to reconsider that. It is no surprise that Mississippi is filled with small towns; however, just how small may come as a shock. The state actually has hundreds of towns that have less than a thousand residents (yes, you read that right, hundreds). So, check out the list below for twelve of the smallest towns in Mississippi.

1. Coffeeville
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Named after well-known farmer and military leader John Coffee, this small town has a population of almost 900.

Address: Coffeeville, MS, 38922
2. Sumner
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Many are familiar with the story of Emmitt Till, but what most don’t realize is that Sumner’s courthouse was the site of the infamous 1955 murder trial of the teen’s suspected killers.

Address: Sumner, MS, 38957
3. Vaiden
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Incorporated in 1860, the town was named for local doctor and philanthropist Dr. Cowles Mead Vaiden. Originally, the town was filled with prominent citizens such as doctors, lawyers, and statesmen, and, because of such, Vaiden was said to be the wealthiest town of its size in Mississippi at the time.

Address: Vaiden, MS, 39176
4. State Line
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Located between Wayne and Greene counties, the interestingly-named town has a population of just under 600.

Address: State Line, MS, 39362
5. Snow Lake Shores
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One of the best small towns in Mississippi, Snow Lake Shores was originally established as a private resort community and wasn’t incorporated as a town until 1996. The current population is about 300 but that number normally triples during the summer months.

Address: Snow Lake Shores, MS, 38603
6. Lula
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Surprisingly enough, this small town of only about 300 residents is home to a rather large casino and hotel - the Isle of Capri.

Address: Lula, MS, 38644

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7. Merigold
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The tiny town of Merigold only has about 664 residents, but it's packed with southern charm. When hunger strikes, there's no better place to go than Crawdad's. People come from all around just to try their scrumptious crawfish and steaks. The relaxed atmosphere will make you feel right at home.

Address: Merigold, MS, 38759
8. Gloster
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With a population of about 950, Gloster may be small but that doesn’t mean residents are lacking when it comes to things to do, making it one of the best towns in Mississippi to live. Located in Amite County, the town is conveniently located near a number of parks and attractions including Percy Quin State Park, Homochitto National Forest, the Gloster Arboretum, and much more.

Address: Gloster, MS, ‎39638
9. Duck Hill
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Duck Hill may have fewer than 900 residents but that doesn’t mean fun can’t be had. One of the best tiny towns in Mississippi, it's home to the annual Grassroots Blues Festival.

Address: Duck Hill, MS, 38925
10. Cruger
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Prominent blues singer, guitarist, and songwriter Robert Curtis Smith was born in this small Mississippi town. Just how small you ask? Cruger has less than 400 residents.

Address: Cruger, MS, 38924
11. Blue Springs
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Originally just a railroad stop, the town of Blue Springs has flourished into a modern community thanks in part to a Toyota Plant moving into town. Boasting simple living, Blue Springs seems like a picture-perfect, quintessential small town you’d see on television.

Address: Blue Springs, MS, 38828
12. Alligator
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Home to a little more than 200 residents, Alligator is doing something right as the town is the birthplace of several notable people including professional football player Tony Lydell "Alligator" Bennett, author Jack Butler, and television producer and director Fred Coe.

Address: Alligator, MS, 38720

Seeing how small some of these towns are made me realize how loosely I have been using the term “small town.” Did this change your perspective of what qualifies as a small town? Do you think you’d hate living in an extremely small town, or do you think small towns are the best towns in Mississippi to live? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Smallest Towns In Mississippi

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What is the smallest town in Mississippi?

Taking the title as the smallest town is Mound Bayou. Located in Bolivar County, the town has about 1,500 residents. In addition to being the smallest town, Mound Bayou is also one of the state’s most unique, historically speaking. Known as the “jewel of the Delta,” it was established in 1887. Shortly after its founding, it began to flourish, and before long, Mound Bayou became the largest all African-American community in the nation. But that’s not the only interesting thing about Mound Bayou. In the 1950s, the town played a role in the Civil Rights Movement by hosting the Regional Council of Negro Leadership's annual rallies several years in a row.

With just over 50 residents, Satartia is the smallest village in Mississippi. Located on the east bank of the Yazoo River, it was once a busy river port, which aided in the transportation of cotton by steamboat to New Orleans. It’s also one of the oldest non-native settlements in Yazoo County. During the Civil War, it was captured by General Grant, who went on to use the Wilson House on Plum Street as his headquarters. A far cry from the thriving river town it once was, Satartia today is home to just one small grocery store and cotton processing gin.

How many towns are in Mississippi?

Mississippi’s 82 counties are divided into 299 “incorporated municipalities,” which consist of cities, towns, and villages. In order for an incorporated municipality to be designated a town it has to have a population between 301 and 2,000. According to those guidelines, Mississippi has a total of 170 towns; however, the terms cities and towns are often used interchangeably in everyday speech.

What is the oldest town in Mississippi?

Whether you consider Ocean Springs a town or a city, it's the oldest municipality in the state, as it was established by the French in 1699. Fast forward to present-day and you’ll quickly realize the “gem of the Gulf Coast” is the epitome of picture perfect. Between a historic district that’s filled with quaint shops and great restaurants to thriving art and music scenes, this seaside town has won over the hearts of both locals and tourists.

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