Ethel, Mississippi facts for kids
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Ethel, Mississippi
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Location of Ethel, Mississippi
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 Ethel, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Attala |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.58 sq mi (1.51 km2) |
| • Land | 0.58 sq mi (1.51 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 348 |
| • Density | 595.89/sq mi (230.20/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
39067
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
| FIPS code | 28-23220 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0669815 |
Ethel is a small town in Attala County, Mississippi, in the United States. In 2020, about 348 people lived there.
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A Look Back at Ethel's History
Ethel got its name from a special person! It was named after the daughter of Captain S. B. McConnico. Today, the mayor of Ethel is Gwen Sims.
Where is Ethel Located?
Ethel is located right next to the Yockanookany River. The town covers a total area of about 1.5 square kilometers (or 0.58 square miles). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live in Ethel?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 466 | — | |
| 1930 | 571 | 22.5% | |
| 1940 | 828 | 45.0% | |
| 1950 | 723 | −12.7% | |
| 1960 | 566 | −21.7% | |
| 1970 | 560 | −1.1% | |
| 1980 | 486 | −13.2% | |
| 1990 | 454 | −6.6% | |
| 2000 | 452 | −0.4% | |
| 2010 | 418 | −7.5% | |
| 2020 | 348 | −16.7% | |
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The number of people living in Ethel has changed over the years. In 1940, it had its highest population with 828 people. By 2020, the population was 348.
Education in Ethel
Students in Ethel attend schools that are part of the Attala County School District.
Famous People from Ethel
Some well-known people have come from Ethel, Mississippi:
- Ray Butts, who invented the EchoSonic and FilterTron.
- Icey W. Day, who served as a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives for three terms.
- Archie Dees, a professional basketball player.
See also
In Spanish: Ethel (Misisipi) para niños
