Grenada County, Mississippi facts for kids
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Grenada County
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Illinois Central Depot now used by Grenada Railroad.
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Location within the U.S. state of Mississippi
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Mississippi |
| Founded | 1870 |
| Named for | Granada, Spain |
| Seat | Grenada |
| Largest city | Grenada |
| Area | |
| • Total | 449 sq mi (1,160 km2) |
| • Land | 422 sq mi (1,090 km2) |
| • Water | 27 sq mi (70 km2) 6.1% |
| Population
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| • Total | 21,629 |
| • Density | 48.17/sq mi (18.599/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Congressional district | 2nd |
Grenada County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. In 2020, about 21,629 people lived there. The main city, or county seat, is Grenada.
The county got its name from Granada, a place in Spain. The western part of Grenada County is in the Mississippi Delta. Growing cotton was a very important part of its economy for many years. Grenada County is also part of a larger area called the Grenada Micropolitan Statistical Area.
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Exploring Grenada County's Geography
Grenada County covers about 449 square miles (1,163 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 422 square miles (1,093 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 27 square miles (70 square kilometers), is water.
Main Roads in Grenada County
These are the major highways that run through Grenada County:
Interstate 55
U.S. Highway 51
Mississippi Highway 7
Mississippi Highway 8
Mississippi Highway 35
Neighboring Counties of Grenada
Grenada County shares its borders with several other counties:
- Yalobusha County (to the north)
- Calhoun County (to the east)
- Webster County (to the southeast)
- Montgomery County (to the south)
- Carroll County (to the south)
- Leflore County (to the west)
- Tallahatchie County (to the northwest)
Protected Natural Areas
Part of the Tallahatchie National Wildlife Refuge is located within Grenada County. This area helps protect wildlife and their habitats.
People and Population in Grenada County
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 10,751 | — | |
| 1880 | 12,071 | 12.3% | |
| 1890 | 14,974 | 24.0% | |
| 1900 | 14,112 | −5.8% | |
| 1910 | 15,727 | 11.4% | |
| 1920 | 13,607 | −13.5% | |
| 1930 | 16,802 | 23.5% | |
| 1940 | 19,052 | 13.4% | |
| 1950 | 18,830 | −1.2% | |
| 1960 | 18,409 | −2.2% | |
| 1970 | 19,854 | 7.8% | |
| 1980 | 21,043 | 6.0% | |
| 1990 | 21,555 | 2.4% | |
| 2000 | 23,263 | 7.9% | |
| 2010 | 21,906 | −5.8% | |
| 2020 | 21,629 | −1.3% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 21,065 | −3.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1790-1960 1900-1990 1990-2000 2010-2013 |
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2020 Census Information
In 2020, the county had 21,629 people living in 8,391 households. There were 5,362 families.
Here's a look at the different groups of people in Grenada County in 2020:
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 11,258 | 52.05% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 9,352 | 43.24% |
| Native American | 29 | 0.13% |
| Asian | 84 | 0.39% |
| Pacific Islander | 2 | 0.01% |
| Other/Mixed | 594 | 2.75% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 310 | 1.43% |
2019 Population Details
As of 2019, about 20,758 people lived in Grenada County.
- 55.3% were White.
- 42.9% were Black or African American.
- 0.5% were Asian.
- 0.3% were Native American.
- 1.1% were of two or more races.
- 1.6% were Hispanic or Latino (of any race).
There were 8,391 households in the county. The average income for a household was $40,122.
Working in Grenada County: Employment Opportunities
In 2020, some of the biggest employers in Grenada County were Modine, Lennox, and the Grenada School District. Other large employers in the wider region include Winchester, Toyota Mississippi, and Franklin Corporation. Between 2011 and 2019, Grenada added 1,600 direct jobs.
In April 2021, Milwaukee Tool announced a big expansion. They are building a new factory in Grenada County. This project is a $60 million investment and will create 800 new jobs.
The Grenada Railroad also plays a huge role in the local economy. It supports over 11,000 jobs and brings in a lot of money for the area.
Grenada County's Infrastructure and Transportation
U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith announced a $6.22 million grant for Grenada Railroad. This money will help finish upgrading a rail line. The line runs between Canton, Mississippi, and Memphis, Tennessee.
Work on the northern 100 miles of the project is expected to finish in late 2023. Once completed, the entire 188-mile rail line will be able to handle heavy trains. It will also allow trains to travel up to 40 miles per hour. This makes it a Class III Short Line Railroad.
Learning in Grenada County: Education
The Grenada School District is the public school system that serves students in Grenada County.
Communities in Grenada County
City
- Grenada (This is the county seat, meaning it's the main administrative city.)
Census-designated places
These are areas that are like towns but are not officially incorporated as cities.
Other unincorporated communities
These are smaller communities that are not officially part of a city or town.
- Bew Springs
- Glenwild
- Gore Springs
- Hardy
- Le Flore
- Oxberry
- Riverdale
- Tie Plant
