Guntown, Mississippi facts for kids
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Guntown, Mississippi
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Guntown City Hall
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Location in Lee county and Mississippi
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 Guntown, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Mississippi |
| County | Lee |
| Districts | 1, 2 |
| Founded | April 13, 1866 |
| Incorporated | February 16, 1867 |
| Named for | James G. Gunn |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.67 sq mi (12.10 km2) |
| • Land | 4.66 sq mi (12.07 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 400 ft (122 m) |
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| • Total | 2,410 |
| • Density | 517.17/sq mi (199.68/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−05:00 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38849
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| Area code | 662 |
| FIPS code | 28-29940 |
| GNIS feature ID | 670808, 2406630 |
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| Major airport | Memphis Airport (MEM) |
Guntown is a city in Lee County, Mississippi, United States. It is located in the northern part of the Tupelo micropolitan area, which is a group of nearby cities and towns. Guntown was founded in 1866. In 2020, its population was 2,410 people.
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What's in a Name? The Story of Guntown
Guntown gets its name from a man named James G. Gunn. He was a Loyalist from Virginia during the American Revolution. This means he supported the British side. After the war, he found a safe place to live among the Chickasaw people in what is now Lee County. He passed away in 1826.
Guntown's History
Guntown has a long history, especially during the Civil War. During that time, soldiers from the Union army described Guntown as a "station and small village" along the Mobile & Ohio railroad. This railroad was important for moving goods and people.
The city of Guntown was officially started on April 13, 1866. It became an officially recognized city on February 16, 1867.
Where is Guntown Located?
Guntown is located along Mississippi Highway 145. The older parts of the city are closer to the railroad tracks on the east side. U.S. Route 45 runs through the western part of the city, generally parallel to Highway 145.
To the north of Guntown, you'll find the city of Baldwyn. To the south, you'll find Saltillo.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Guntown covers about 4.5 square miles (12.1 square kilometers) of land. Only a very small part of this area is water.
How Many People Live in Guntown?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 325 | — | |
| 1910 | 330 | 1.5% | |
| 1920 | 365 | 10.6% | |
| 1930 | 369 | 1.1% | |
| 1940 | 349 | −5.4% | |
| 1950 | 299 | −14.3% | |
| 1960 | 269 | −10.0% | |
| 1970 | 304 | 13.0% | |
| 1980 | 359 | 18.1% | |
| 1990 | 692 | 92.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,183 | 71.0% | |
| 2010 | 2,083 | 76.1% | |
| 2020 | 2,410 | 15.7% | |
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The number of people living in Guntown has changed over the years. In 1900, there were 325 people. By 2020, the population had grown to 2,410.
Guntown's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States Census counted 2,410 people living in Guntown. There were 880 households and 671 families in the town.
Here's a look at the different groups of people living in Guntown in 2020:
- Most residents, about 70%, were White.
- About 21% were Black or African American.
- Smaller groups included Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander people.
- About 4.4% of residents identified as Other/Mixed race.
- About 3.6% of residents were Hispanic or Latino.
Education in Guntown
Students in Guntown attend schools that are part of the Lee County School District.
Famous People from Guntown
Several notable people have connections to Guntown:
- Cornelius Augustus: A baseball pitcher who played in the Negro leagues.
- L. T. Kennedy: A politician who was a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives for many years (1918 to 1935).
- Chad McMahan: A politician who is a member of the Mississippi Senate.
- Esther Smith: A talented gospel music singer.
See also
In Spanish: Guntown para niños
