Cruger, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cruger, Mississippi
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Location of Cruger, Mississippi
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 Cruger, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Holmes |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.96 sq mi (2.50 km2) |
| • Land | 0.96 sq mi (2.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 127 ft (35 m) |
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| • Total | 268 |
| • Density | 278.01/sq mi (107.31/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38924
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
| FIPS code | 28-16980 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0668992 |
Cruger is a small town located in Holmes County, Mississippi, United States. In 2020, about 268 people lived there. It's a quiet place in the heart of the Mississippi Delta region.
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Exploring Cruger's Location and Size
Cruger is found in the northwest part of Holmes County, Mississippi. It sits in a flat, fertile area known as the Mississippi Delta. A major road, U.S. Route 49E, goes right through the town.
How Far is Cruger From Other Cities?
If you travel north on US 49E, you'll reach Greenwood in about 15 miles. Going south, Yazoo City is about 37 miles away.
What is Cruger's Land Area?
The town of Cruger covers a total area of about 2.5 square kilometers. That's roughly 0.96 square miles, and all of it is land.
Understanding Cruger's Population Changes
The number of people living in Cruger has changed over many years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk since 1910.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 231 | — | |
| 1920 | 488 | 111.3% | |
| 1930 | 409 | −16.2% | |
| 1940 | 450 | 10.0% | |
| 1950 | 494 | 9.8% | |
| 1960 | 362 | −26.7% | |
| 1970 | 415 | 14.6% | |
| 1980 | 540 | 30.1% | |
| 1990 | 548 | 1.5% | |
| 2000 | 449 | −18.1% | |
| 2010 | 386 | −14.0% | |
| 2020 | 268 | −30.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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Who Lives in Cruger? A Look at the 2020 Census
The 2020 census helps us understand the different groups of people living in Cruger. This table shows the racial and ethnic makeup of the town.
| Race / Ethnicity | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White alone (NH) | 55 | 53 | 14.25% | 19.78% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 327 | 205 | 84.72% | 76.49% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 0 | 1 | 0.00% | 0.37% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 2 | 0 | 0.52% | 0.00% |
| Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Some Other Race alone (NH) | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Mixed Race/Multi-Racial (NH) | 0 | 1 | 0.00% | 0.37% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2 | 8 | 0.52% | 2.99% |
| Total | 386 | 268 | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Getting Around: Transportation in Cruger
Cruger is on the route of a famous train called the City of New Orleans. This Amtrak train travels between New Orleans and Chicago.
Does the Train Stop in Cruger?
Even though the train passes through Cruger on CN tracks, it doesn't stop in the town. The closest train station is in Greenwood, which is about 15 miles north of Cruger.
Learning in Cruger: Education
The students in Cruger attend schools that are part of the Holmes County School District. This district helps make sure kids get a good education.
Famous People From Cruger
Some interesting people have come from Cruger, Mississippi!
- Abie Ames was a talented musician who played blues and jazz piano.
- Ray Roberts used to be a pitcher in Major League Baseball.
- Robert Curtis Smith was a Piedmont blues singer, guitarist, and songwriter.
