Lucedale, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lucedale, Mississippi
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George County Courthouse in Lucedale
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"Where People & Progress Meet"
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Location of Lucedale, Mississippi
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 Lucedale, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Mississippi | ||
| County | George | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 6.39 sq mi (16.55 km2) | ||
| • Land | 6.39 sq mi (16.55 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 281 ft (86 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 2,869 | ||
| • Density | 448.91/sq mi (173.33/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
39452
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| Area code(s) | 601, 769 | ||
| FIPS code | 28-42440 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0672944 | ||
Lucedale is a city located in George County, Mississippi, in the United States. It is part of the larger Pascagoula, Mississippi metropolitan area. Lucedale is also the county seat of George County. This means it is where the main government offices for the county are located.
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History of Lucedale
Lucedale was one of the towns that grew when the Mobile, Jackson and Kansas City Railroad was built through northern Jackson County in the late 1890s. This area is now known as George County.
The city was officially founded in 1901. It was named after Gregory Marston Luce. He owned and ran a lumber business in the area.
Where is Lucedale?
Geography and Size
Lucedale is located in the state of Mississippi. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 16.6 square kilometers (or 6.39 square miles). All of this area is land, with no water.
People in Lucedale
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Lucedale has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 797 | — | |
| 1920 | 629 | −21.1% | |
| 1930 | 834 | 32.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,204 | 44.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,631 | 35.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,977 | 21.2% | |
| 1970 | 2,083 | 5.4% | |
| 1980 | 2,429 | 16.6% | |
| 1990 | 2,592 | 6.7% | |
| 2000 | 2,458 | −5.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,923 | 18.9% | |
| 2020 | 2,869 | −1.8% | |
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Who Lives Here?
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 2,869 people living in Lucedale. These people lived in 975 different households.
Fun Things to Do
Arts and Culture in the City
The Lucedale Public Library is a great place to visit. It is part of the Jackson-George Regional Library System. You can find many books and resources there.
Learning in Lucedale
Schools and Education
The George County School District serves the students in Lucedale. In 2010, the district spent about $6,732 on each student. Most of this money went towards teaching and learning. There were also about 15 students for every teacher.
Getting Around and Staying Healthy
Roads and Travel
Several important roads pass through Lucedale:
- Mississippi Highway 198 goes through the city as Main Street.
- US 98
- Highway 63
Healthcare Services
George Regional Hospital is located in Lucedale. It is a hospital with 50 beds. This hospital helps people in George County and nearby areas like Greene County, Stone County, and northern Jackson County.
Famous People from Lucedale
Many talented people have come from Lucedale, including:
- Ruthie Bolton, an Olympic gold medalist in basketball.
- Janice Lawrence Braxton, another Olympic gold medalist in basketball.
- Ty Fryfogle, a football wide receiver who played for the Indiana Hoosiers.
- Carolyn Haines, an author also known as Caroline Burnes.
- Annibel Jenkins, an English professor and scholar.
- Alonzo Lawrence, a football defensive back.
- Jake W. Lindsey, who received the Medal of Honor.
- Dee McCann, a professional football player.
- Doug McLeod, a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives.
- Eric Moulds, a professional football player.
- John Nix, a professional football player.
- Justin Steele, a professional baseball player.
- Claude Passeau, a professional baseball player.
- McKinnley Jackson, a professional football player.
See also
In Spanish: Lucedale para niños
