Alcorn County, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alcorn County
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| County of Alcorn | |
The Crossroads Museum in Corinth
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Location within the U.S. state of Mississippi
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Mississippi |
| Established | April 15, 1870 |
| Named for | James L. Alcorn |
| Seat | Corinth |
| Largest city | Corinth |
| Area | |
| • Total | 401 sq mi (1,040 km2) |
| • Land | 400 sq mi (1,000 km2) |
| • Water | 1.3 sq mi (3 km2) 0.3% |
| Population
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| • Total | 34,740 |
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34,135  |
| • Density | 86.63/sq mi (33.45/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Congressional district | 1st |
Alcorn County is a county located in the northeastern part of Mississippi, a state in the United States. A county is like a smaller region within a state, often with its own local government. In 2020, about 34,740 people lived here. The main town and county seat (where the county government is) is Corinth. The county is named after James L. Alcorn, who was a governor of Mississippi.
History
How Alcorn County Was Formed
Alcorn County was created on April 15, 1870. It was made from parts of two other counties: Tippah and Tishomingo counties.
Role in the Civil War
This area was important during the American Civil War. It was the location of the Siege of Corinth, which was an early and significant battle in the war. A siege is when an army surrounds a place to try and capture it.
Geography
Size and Location
Alcorn County covers about 401 square miles. Most of this area, around 400 square miles, is land. Only a small part, about 1.3 square miles, is water. It is actually the smallest county in Mississippi by land area.
Rivers and Waterways
Two rivers, the Tuscumbia and the Hatchie, flow through the county. Rivers are important for nature and sometimes for transportation.
Main Roads
These are the major highways that help people travel through Alcorn County:
U.S. Route 45
U.S. Route 72
Mississippi Highway 2
Neighboring Counties
Alcorn County shares its borders with several other counties:
- McNairy County, Tennessee (to the north)
- Hardin County, Tennessee (to the northeast)
- Tishomingo County (to the east)
- Prentiss County (to the south)
- Tippah County (to the west)
- Hardeman County, Tennessee (to the northwest)
Protected Natural Areas
Part of the Shiloh National Military Park is located within Alcorn County. This park helps protect important historical sites and natural spaces.
Population and People
How Many People Live Here?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 10,431 | — | |
| 1880 | 14,272 | 36.8% | |
| 1890 | 13,115 | −8.1% | |
| 1900 | 14,987 | 14.3% | |
| 1910 | 18,159 | 21.2% | |
| 1920 | 21,369 | 17.7% | |
| 1930 | 23,653 | 10.7% | |
| 1940 | 26,969 | 14.0% | |
| 1950 | 27,158 | 0.7% | |
| 1960 | 25,282 | −6.9% | |
| 1970 | 27,179 | 7.5% | |
| 1980 | 33,036 | 21.5% | |
| 1990 | 31,722 | −4.0% | |
| 2000 | 34,558 | 8.9% | |
| 2010 | 37,057 | 7.2% | |
| 2020 | 34,740 | −6.3% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 34,135 | −7.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1790-1960 1900-1990 1990-2000 2010-2013 |
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The population of Alcorn County changes over time. The U.S. Census counts how many people live in an area every ten years. In 2020, the count was 34,740 people.
Who Lives in Alcorn County?
| Race | Num. | Perc. |
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| White | 27,738 | 79.84% |
| Black or African American | 4,316 | 12.42% |
| Native American | 61 | 0.18% |
| Asian | 180 | 0.52% |
| Pacific Islander | 19 | 0.05% |
| Other/Mixed | 1,178 | 3.39% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,248 | 3.59% |
The 2020 census also looked at the different backgrounds of the people living in Alcorn County. It showed that the county is home to a mix of different groups, making it a diverse place. There were 14,649 households and 9,590 families living in the county at that time.
Communities
Cities and Towns
Alcorn County has one city and a few towns:
- Corinth is the main city and the county seat. It's also the largest town in the county.
- Farmington (a town)
- Glen (a town)
- Rienzi (a town)
Villages and Other Places
- Kossuth (a village)
- Biggersville (a census-designated place, meaning it's a community that the census bureau defines for statistical purposes)
- Jacinto (another census-designated place)
Unincorporated Places
These are smaller communities that are not officially part of a city or town:
Old Towns (Ghost Towns)
Some places that used to be towns are now "ghost towns," meaning they are no longer populated:
Education
School Districts
Most of the schools in Alcorn County are part of the Alcorn School District. However, the city of Corinth has its own separate school system, called the Corinth School District.
Higher Education
For students who want to continue their education after high school, Northeast Mississippi Community College serves Alcorn County. Community colleges offer classes and degrees that can help students prepare for jobs or transfer to a four-year university.
Images for kids
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The Crossroads Museum in Corinth
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Alcorn para niños
