St. Martin, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
St. Martin, Mississippi
|
|
|---|---|
 |
|
Location of St. Martin, Mississippi
|
|
 St. Martin, Mississippi
Location in the United States
|
|
| Country |  United States of America |
| State |  Mississippi |
| County | Jackson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.15 sq mi (13.34 km2) |
| • Land | 4.29 sq mi (11.11 km2) |
| • Water | 0.86 sq mi (2.23 km2) |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Population
(2020)
|
|
| • Total | 7,811 |
| • Density | 1,821.17/sq mi (703.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
39564, 39532
|
| Area code(s) | 228 |
| FIPS code | 28-64680 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1867332 |
St. Martin is a community in Jackson County, Mississippi, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is an area that the U.S. Census Bureau identifies for gathering statistics. St. Martin is part of the larger Pascagoula Metropolitan Statistical Area. In 2020, about 7,811 people lived there.
Contents
Geography and Location
St. Martin is located along the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast. Its exact coordinates are 30.441847 degrees North and 88.870402 degrees West.
Where is St. Martin?
The community is situated south of Interstate 10. To its east, you'll find the community of Gulf Hills. Biloxi Bay is to the south, and the city of D'Iberville is to the west.
Size and Mailing Addresses
According to the United States Census Bureau, St. Martin covers a total area of about 13.2 square kilometers (5.1 square miles). Most of this area, about 11.0 square kilometers (4.29 square miles), is land. The remaining 2.2 square kilometers (0.86 square miles) is water. People living in St. Martin might have a Biloxi or Ocean Springs mailing address. The main ZIP codes for the area are 39532 or 39564.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2020 | 7,811 | — | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 7,811 people living in St. Martin. These people made up 2,977 households. The community is home to a diverse group of people from different backgrounds.
Public Safety Services
St. Martin has important services to keep its residents safe.
Fire Protection
The West Jackson County Fire Department is in charge of providing fire protection for the community. They help keep everyone safe from fires.
Law Enforcement
The Jackson County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement services. They work to maintain peace and order in the community.
Education and Learning
The Jackson County School District serves the students of St. Martin. The district includes several schools for different age groups.
Elementary Schools
- St. Martin North Elementary (for grades Kindergarten to 3rd grade)
- St. Martin East Elementary (for grades Kindergarten to 3rd grade)
- St. Martin Upper Elementary (for grades 4th and 5th)
Middle School
- St. Martin Middle School (for grades 6th to 8th)
High School
- St. Martin High School (for grades 9th to 12th)
These schools are known for their high quality of education. They have consistently been rated as Tier 5 schools, which means they are excellent.
Community Library
St. Martin is also home to a branch of the Jackson-George Regional Library. It is a great place for students and families to find books and learn new things. You can find it at 15004 LeMoyne Boulevard.
See also
In Spanish: St. Martin (Misisipi) para niños
