Ashland, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ashland, Mississippi
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Old Benton County Courthouse
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| Motto(s):
"Small Town Living, Big City Pride"
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Location of Ashland, Mississippi
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 Ashland, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Ashland, Mississippi
Location in the United States
Ashland, Mississippi
Location in North America
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Mississippi | |
| County | Benton | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.82 sq mi (4.72 km2) | |
| • Land | 1.82 sq mi (4.72 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 646 ft (197 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 551 | |
| • Density | 302.08/sq mi (116.62/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP code |
38603
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| Area code(s) | 662 | |
| FIPS code | 28-02140 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2405174 | |
Ashland is a small town located in Benton County, Mississippi, in the United States. It is the main town, also known as the county seat, for Benton County. In 2020, about 551 people lived there. This was a small decrease from 569 people in 2010. Ashland became an official town on March 8, 1871. It is governed by a Mayor and Aldermen.
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Discover Ashland's History
Ashland was founded in 1871. It became the main town for Benton County, which was created just one year before. The Benton County Courthouse, a very important building in the town's center, was built in 1873. Many of the first people to live in Ashland moved from Salem. Salem was an older town to the west that was destroyed during the Civil War.
Ashland's Location and Climate
Ashland is located about 18 miles east of Holly Springs. The town is mainly found along Mississippi Highway 370, just east of where it crosses Mississippi Highway 5. The border of Tennessee is about 14 miles to the north.
Land Area of Ashland
The United States Census Bureau says that Ashland covers a total area of about 1.8 square miles (4.7 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Understanding Ashland's Climate
The weather in Ashland has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Ashland has a humid subtropical climate. This means it gets a lot of rain and has warm temperatures for most of the year.
Ashland's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Ashland has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population from different U.S. Census records:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 174 | — | |
| 1890 | 138 | −20.7% | |
| 1900 | 162 | 17.4% | |
| 1910 | 146 | −9.9% | |
| 1920 | 190 | 30.1% | |
| 1930 | 228 | 20.0% | |
| 1940 | 354 | 55.3% | |
| 1950 | 328 | −7.3% | |
| 1960 | 309 | −5.8% | |
| 1970 | 348 | 12.6% | |
| 1980 | 532 | 52.9% | |
| 1990 | 490 | −7.9% | |
| 2000 | 577 | 17.8% | |
| 2010 | 569 | −1.4% | |
| 2020 | 551 | −3.2% | |
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Education in Ashland
Ashland has a history of education. Ashland Academy was started in the town in 1882. Today, the town is part of the Benton County School District. Students from all over Benton County, Mississippi attend Ashland High School, which is the public high school in Ashland.
Famous People from Ashland
Many interesting people have come from Ashland:
- Willie Mitchell – A famous musician and the owner of Hi Records.
- Bill Renick – He used to be the Chief of Staff for former governor Ronnie Musgrove.
- Bill Stone – He served as the mayor of Ashland from 2001 to 2007.
- Daniel B. Wright – He was a U.S. Representative for Mississippi's 1st congressional district from 1853 to 1857.
See also
In Spanish: Ashland (Misisipi) para niños
