Smith County Map, Mississippi - Cities, Location, Roads, Top Attractions & Facts

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Map of Smith County, Mississippi

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Smith County, Mississippi

Smith County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. It's county seat is Raleigh. As per 2020 census, the population of Smith County is 14191 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 636 sq mi (1,647 km2). Smith County was established on 1833.

Smith County Facts

Continent	North America
Country	United States
State	Mississippi
County Seat	Raleigh
Largest City/Town	Raleigh
Established	1833
Total Area	636 sq mi (1,647 sq km)
Land Area	637 sq mi (1,650 sq km)
Water Area	1 sq mi (3 sq km)
Population	14,209 (Census 2020)
Population Density	22 people per sq mi
Time Zone	Central Time Zone (CST/CDT)
Major Highways	Mississippi Highway 13, Mississippi Highway 18, Mississippi Highway 35, Mississippi Highway 37
Major Rivers	Strong River, Leaf River
Neighboring Counties	Scott County, Jasper County, Covington County, Simpson County, Rankin County, Newton County
Famous For	Bienville National Forest, rural landscapes, and outdoor recreation
Top Attractions	Bienville National Forest, Strong River recreation areas, and historic Raleigh sites
Official Website	Official Website

About Smith County, Mississippi

Smith County is located in central Mississippi in the southern United States and was established in 1833. The county seat and largest town is Raleigh. The county is known for its forested landscapes, rivers, rural communities, and outdoor recreation opportunities connected to nearby national forest lands.

Cities and Towns in Smith County, Mississippi

City/Town	Population (Census 2020)	Latitude & Longitude
Raleigh (county seat)	1,089	32.0349°N, 89.5228°W
Taylorsville	1,231	31.8296°N, 89.4312°W
Mize	242	31.8738°N, 89.5506°W
Polkville	833	31.9871°N, 89.7042°W
Martinville (CDP)	1,143	31.9985°N, 89.6364°W
Burns (CDP)	163	31.7651°N, 89.5147°W

Golf Courses in Smith County, Mississippi

Golf Course	Location	Latitude & Longitude
Clear Creek Golf Club	Taylorsville	31.8228°N, 89.4365°W
Raleigh Community Golf Area	Raleigh	32.0361°N, 89.5249°W

What Are the Major Roads and Highways in Smith County, Mississippi

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and communities.

Mississippi Highway 13 - major north-south route linking Raleigh with Mendenhall and Morton
Mississippi Highway 18 - east-west route connecting Raleigh with Rankin and Jasper counties
Mississippi Highway 35 - connects Smith County with Forest and southeastern Mississippi communities
Mississippi Highway 37 - serves western portions of the county and nearby rural areas

What are the Neighboring Counties of Smith County

Scott County (north)
Newton County (northeast)
Jasper County (east)
Covington County (south)
Simpson County (west)
Rankin County (northwest)

What Are the Top Attractions in Smith County, Mississippi

The county offers a mix of forest recreation and rural historic attractions.

Bienville National Forest - large forest area popular for camping, hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing
Strong River - scenic river known for fishing and outdoor recreation
Raleigh Historic District - historic area featuring local architecture and community landmarks
Smith County Courthouse - historic courthouse building located in Raleigh
Clear Creek Recreation Area - outdoor recreation site with picnic and nature areas
Taylorsville Community Park - public park with sports facilities and walking areas
Leaf River Basin Area - natural river corridor with scenic rural landscapes
Mize Historic Community - small-town area reflecting traditional Mississippi rural culture
Bienville Forest Trails - nature trails and wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the county
Polkville Scenic Countryside - agricultural and forested landscapes in western Smith County

Distance from Smith County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

Raleigh to Jackson (Hinds County), Mississippi - 58 mi (93 km)
Raleigh to Forest (Scott County), Mississippi - 39 mi (63 km)
Raleigh to Laurel (Jones County), Mississippi - 46 mi (74 km)
Raleigh to Hattiesburg (Forrest County), Mississippi - 55 mi (89 km)
Raleigh to Meridian (Lauderdale County), Mississippi - 72 mi (116 km)
Raleigh to Taylorsville (Smith County), Mississippi - 16 mi (26 km)
Raleigh to Mendenhall (Simpson County), Mississippi - 38 mi (61 km)
Raleigh to Magee (Simpson County), Mississippi - 27 mi (43 km)
Raleigh to Brandon (Rankin County), Mississippi - 51 mi (82 km)
Raleigh to Philadelphia (Neshoba County), Mississippi - 58 mi (93 km)
Raleigh to Brookhaven (Lincoln County), Mississippi - 73 mi (117 km)
Raleigh to Vicksburg (Warren County), Mississippi - 104 mi (167 km)
Raleigh to Gulfport (Harrison County), Mississippi - 131 mi (211 km)

FAQs about Smith County

Where is Smith County located?

Smith County is located in central Mississippi between Jackson and Laurel.

What is the population of Smith County?

Smith County had a population of 14,209 according to the 2020 United States Census.

What is Smith County known for?

Smith County is known for Bienville National Forest, rural landscapes, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

What are the major highways in Smith County?

The county is served by Mississippi Highway 13, Mississippi Highway 18, Mississippi Highway 35, and Mississippi Highway 37.

Are there golf courses in Smith County?

Yes, Smith County includes golf facilities such as Clear Creek Golf Club near Taylorsville.

References

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Smith County Map, Mississippia