Lincoln County, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lincoln County
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Postcard Brookhaven City Hall, early 20th century.
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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 | Abraham Lincoln |
| Seat | Brookhaven |
| Largest city | Brookhaven |
| Area | |
| • Total | 588 sq mi (1,520 km2) |
| • Land | 586 sq mi (1,520 km2) |
| • Water | 2.1 sq mi (5 km2) 0.4% |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 34,907 |
| • Estimate
(2023)
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34,702  |
| • Density | 59.37/sq mi (22.921/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| Congressional district | 3rd |
Lincoln County is a county located in the state of Mississippi in the United States. It's like a smaller region within the state. In 2020, about 34,907 people lived here.
The main town and center of the county is Brookhaven. Lincoln County was created on April 7, 1870. It was formed from parts of several nearby counties. The county was named after Abraham Lincoln, who was the 16th President of the United States. Lincoln County is southwest of Jackson, which is the capital city of Mississippi.
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Exploring Lincoln County
Where is Lincoln County?
Lincoln County covers a total area of about 588 square miles. Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. The county is located in the southwestern part of Mississippi.
Main Roads and Routes
Several important roads run through Lincoln County. These highways help people travel easily within the county and to other places.
Interstate 55
U.S. Highway 51
U.S. Highway 84
Mississippi Highway 184
Mississippi Highway 583
Neighboring Counties
Lincoln County shares its borders with several other counties. These include:
- Copiah County (to the north)
- Lawrence County (to the east)
- Walthall County (to the southeast)
- Pike County (to the south)
- Amite County (to the southwest)
- Franklin County (to the west)
- Jefferson County (to the northwest)
Protected Natural Areas
Part of the Homochitto National Forest is located in Lincoln County. This forest is a protected area managed by the United States Forestry Service. They work to keep the forest healthy and safe for everyone to enjoy.
People of Lincoln County
Population Over Time
The number of people living in Lincoln County has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 10,184 | — | |
| 1880 | 13,547 | 33.0% | |
| 1890 | 17,912 | 32.2% | |
| 1900 | 21,552 | 20.3% | |
| 1910 | 28,597 | 32.7% | |
| 1920 | 24,652 | −13.8% | |
| 1930 | 26,357 | 6.9% | |
| 1940 | 27,506 | 4.4% | |
| 1950 | 27,899 | 1.4% | |
| 1960 | 26,759 | −4.1% | |
| 1970 | 26,198 | −2.1% | |
| 1980 | 30,174 | 15.2% | |
| 1990 | 30,278 | 0.3% | |
| 2000 | 33,166 | 9.5% | |
| 2010 | 34,869 | 5.1% | |
| 2020 | 34,907 | 0.1% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 34,702 | −0.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1790–1960 1900–1990 1990–2000 2010–2013 |
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Who Lives Here?
In 2020, there were about 34,907 people living in Lincoln County. Most residents identified as White or Black/African American. There were also smaller groups of people from other backgrounds.
Learning and Education
Lincoln County has several options for schooling. There are two public school districts: the Lincoln County Public School District and the Brookhaven School District. There are also private and religious schools.
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The Lincoln County School District has four schools for students from kindergarten through high school. These schools include Loyd Star, Bogue Chitto, West Lincoln, and Enterprise. Brookhaven Academy is another school in the area. Students can also attend Copiah–Lincoln Community College for higher education.
News and Media
Residents of Lincoln County can stay informed by reading the local newspaper, Daily Leader. This newspaper is printed every day except Monday and Saturday. People can also buy The Clarion-Ledger, a larger newspaper from the state capital of Jackson.
Towns and Communities
Lincoln County is home to several towns and communities.
City
- Brookhaven (This is the county seat, meaning it's the main administrative center.)
Town
- Wesson (Part of this town is also in Copiah County.)
Hamlet
Unincorporated Communities
These are smaller communities that are not officially organized as cities or towns.
- Auburn
- Caseyville
- East Lincoln
- Norfield
- Ruth
Historic Places
- Woolworth (This is a "ghost town," meaning it was once a community but is now mostly deserted.)
Images for kids
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Lincoln County Public Library bookmobile in Brookhaven, 1952
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Lincoln (Misisipi) para niños
