Duncan, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Duncan, Mississippi
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"Best Little Town in the Mississippi Delta"
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Location of Duncan, Mississippi
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 Duncan, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Bolivar |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.92 sq mi (2.37 km2) |
| • Land | 0.92 sq mi (2.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 276 |
| • Density | 301.31/sq mi (116.36/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38740
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
| FIPS code | 28-20380 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406405 |
Duncan is a small town located in Bolivar County, Mississippi, in the United States. In 2020, about 276 people lived there. It's a quiet place in the heart of the Mississippi Delta.
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The Story of Duncan
Duncan got its name from an important person who lived there a long time ago. This person was a "leading citizen" in the early days of the town.
Where is Duncan?
Duncan is located in the state of Mississippi. It covers a total area of about 0.9 square miles (2.37 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Duncan has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 172 | — | |
| 1910 | 284 | 65.1% | |
| 1920 | 322 | 13.4% | |
| 1930 | 337 | 4.7% | |
| 1940 | 419 | 24.3% | |
| 1950 | 436 | 4.1% | |
| 1960 | 465 | 6.7% | |
| 1970 | 599 | 28.8% | |
| 1980 | 501 | −16.4% | |
| 1990 | 416 | −17.0% | |
| 2000 | 578 | 38.9% | |
| 2010 | 423 | −26.8% | |
| 2020 | 276 | −34.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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In 2020, the town had 276 residents. Most people living in Duncan are Black or African American. About 66% of the population identifies as Black or African American. Around 29% of the residents are White. A small number of people are Asian or of mixed race.
Schools in Duncan
Students in Duncan attend schools that are part of the North Bolivar Consolidated School District. This school district was formed in 2014 when smaller districts joined together.
Younger students go to Brooks Elementary School, which is right in Duncan. Older students attend Northside High School in Shelby. Northside High is the only high school in the district. It opened in 2018 after another school, Broad Street High School, combined with it.
Famous People from Duncan
Some talented individuals have come from Duncan, Mississippi:
- Eddie C. Campbell – A well-known musician.
- Bobby Crespino – A former professional football player. He played as a tight end for the Cleveland Browns and the New York Giants.
- Willie Love – Another famous musician.
See also
In Spanish: Duncan (Misisipi) para niños
