Taylor, Mississippi facts for kids
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Taylor, Mississippi
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 Taylor, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Lafayette |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.94 sq mi (7.60 km2) |
| • Land | 2.93 sq mi (7.59 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
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| • Total | 355 |
| • Density | 121.16/sq mi (46.79/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38673
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
| FIPS code | 28-72360 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407559 |
Taylor is a small town located in Lafayette County, Mississippi, in the United States. According to the 2020 census, about 355 people live there.
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About Taylor, Mississippi
Taylor is a charming town in the state of Mississippi. It is known for its quiet, small-town feel. The town is part of Lafayette County.
Where is Taylor Located?
Taylor is found in the northern part of Mississippi. It is located in Lafayette County. The town's total area is about 2.94 square miles (7.60 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part, about 0.01 square miles (0.02 square kilometers), is water.
People Living in Taylor
The number of people living in Taylor has changed over many years. Here is a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 85 | — | |
| 1900 | 101 | — | |
| 1910 | 147 | 45.5% | |
| 1920 | 209 | 42.2% | |
| 1930 | 169 | −19.1% | |
| 1940 | 164 | −3.0% | |
| 1950 | 125 | −23.8% | |
| 1960 | 122 | −2.4% | |
| 1970 | 92 | −24.6% | |
| 1980 | 301 | 227.2% | |
| 1990 | 288 | −4.3% | |
| 2000 | 500 | 73.6% | |
| 2010 | 322 | −35.6% | |
| 2020 | 355 | 10.2% | |
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Population Details from 2000
In the year 2000, there were 500 people living in Taylor. These people lived in 128 households. A household is a group of people living in the same home. About 78 of these households were families. The town had about 70 people per square mile.
Most people in Taylor were White, making up about 70% of the population. About 26% were African American. A smaller number were Native American or Pacific Islander. About 1.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Out of all the households in 2000, about 21% had children under 18 living there. More than half, about 53%, were married couples living together. About 8% of households had a female head with no husband. Also, about 38% of households were not families. This means they might have been single people or roommates.
About 35% of all households were made up of just one person. About 9% of these single people were 65 years old or older. On average, there were 2.26 people in each household. For families, the average size was 2.87 people.
Age Groups in Taylor
The people in Taylor were spread across different age groups in 2000. About 17% of the population was under 18 years old. About 10% were between 18 and 24 years old. The largest group, about 34%, was between 25 and 44 years old. About 23% were between 45 and 64 years old. Finally, about 15% were 65 years old or older. The average age in Taylor was 40 years.
For every 100 females, there were about 95 males. This means there were slightly more females than males.
Money and Income
In 2000, the average income for a household in Taylor was $28,875 per year. For families, the average income was higher, at $50,250 per year. Men earned about $31,528 on average, while women earned about $20,000. The average income per person in the town was $16,403.
About 14% of families and 12% of all people lived below the poverty line. This included about 15% of children under 18. It also included about 17% of people aged 65 or older.
Education in Taylor
Students in Taylor attend schools run by the Lafayette County School District. This district provides education for children in the area.
Famous People from Taylor
- L.Q.C. Lamar was an important person from Taylor. He was known for his work in farming and as a statesman. A statesman is a wise and respected leader in government.
See also
In Spanish: Taylor (Misisipi) para niños
