Terry, Mississippi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Terry, Mississippi
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Location of Terry, Mississippi
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Hinds |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.83 sq mi (9.93 km2) |
| • Land | 3.81 sq mi (9.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 1,304 |
| • Density | 341.99/sq mi (132.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
39170
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| Area code(s) | 601 |
| FIPS code | 28-72680 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406727 |
Terry is a small town located in Hinds County, Mississippi, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,304 people lived there. This number was higher than the 1,063 people counted in 2010. Terry is found along Interstate 55, which is a major highway. It is about 15 miles southwest of Jackson, the capital city of Mississippi. Terry is part of the larger Jackson metropolitan area.
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Terry's History: How the Town Began
The town of Terry was first called Dry Grove. It changed its name to Terry to honor W. D. Terry. The town was built on his land. You can find this information on a bronze plaque in the center of town.
Early Settlers and Railroads
People from Virginia first settled in this area in 1811. Later, in 1867, the town of Terry was officially created. This happened when a railroad was built through the area. Terry became a "depot," which means it was a place where trains stopped to pick up or drop off goods and passengers.
Famous People from Terry
For many years, Terry was the home of Albert G. Brown. He was a governor of Mississippi.
Geography: Where Terry is Located
Terry is in the southeastern part of Hinds County. The city of Byram is just north of Terry.
Highways and Waterways
Interstate 55 runs through the western side of Terry. You can get on or off the highway at Exit 78. This highway goes north about 16 miles to Jackson. It also goes south about 9 miles to Crystal Springs.
The town of Terry covers about 3.8 square miles (9.9 square kilometers). A small part of this area, about 0.02 square miles (0.05 square kilometers), is water. Rhodes Creek and Vaughn Creek flow through the town to the east. These creeks are "tributaries," meaning they are smaller streams that flow into the larger Pearl River.
Population and People of Terry
The number of people living in Terry has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 198 | — | |
| 1900 | 481 | — | |
| 1910 | 473 | −1.7% | |
| 1920 | 392 | −17.1% | |
| 1930 | 412 | 5.1% | |
| 1940 | 401 | −2.7% | |
| 1950 | 497 | 23.9% | |
| 1960 | 585 | 17.7% | |
| 1970 | 546 | −6.7% | |
| 1980 | 655 | 20.0% | |
| 1990 | 613 | −6.4% | |
| 2000 | 664 | 8.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,063 | 60.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,304 | 22.7% | |
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Terry's Population in 2020
In 2020, the 2020 United States census counted 1,304 people living in Terry. There were 449 households and 348 families.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 317 | 24.31% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 951 | 72.93% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.15% |
| Asian | 4 | 0.31% |
| Other/Mixed | 14 | 1.07% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16 | 1.23% |
Terry's Population in 2010
According to the census from 2010, there were 1,063 people in Terry. There were 407 households and 289 families. The population density was about 287 people per square mile.
- About 38.9% of the people were White.
- About 59.3% were African American.
- About 0.9% were from two or more races.
- About 0.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (37.6%) had children under 18 living with them. The average household had 2.61 people. The average family had 3.15 people. The median age in Terry was 34.6 years old. This means half the people were younger than 34.6, and half were older.
Education: Schools in Terry
The Hinds County School District serves the town of Terry. Terry is home to Terry High School.
Local Schools
Besides Terry High, students in the area go to:
- Gary Road Elementary School
- Gary Road Intermediate School
- Byram Middle School in Byram
Terry High School Leaders
Many principals have led Terry High School over the years. Some of them include Mr. Bishop, Miss Estelle Scott, Roger McDaniel, Jimmy Russell, Gerald Huskey, Johnny Hines, and Dr. Martin Herrington. The football field at the high school is named after B. C. Lee.
Libraries in Terry
The Jackson/Hinds Library System operates the Ella Bess Austin Library in Terry.
Media: News and Information in Terry
For many years, the town of Terry had its own weekly newspaper called The Terry Headlight. This newspaper was put together in Terry but printed in Crystal Springs.
Past and Present Newspapers
Editors of The Terry Headlight included Mamie Birdsong, Willie Dean Sojourner Brister, Carolyn Booth Patrick, and Elsie Moss Berryhill. The newspaper stopped being published around 1990.
After The Terry Headlight stopped, The Hinds County Gazette started including a special section about Terry. Later, this became a regular column about the Terry area.
In 2013, The Hinds County Gazette stopped publishing for a short time. At that point, The Terry Headlight was brought back as a free online newspaper. In 2014, The Hinds County Gazette started publishing again. It still includes the weekly column about Terry.
Another newspaper, The Terry News, used to be published monthly. It provided information about local events and was mailed to every home in the 39170 zip code. The Terry News stopped publishing in early 2015.
Notable People from Terry
Many interesting people have connections to Terry. Here are a few:
- Henry L. Brown: A doctor and a veteran of World War I.
- Bobby DeLaughter: A former member of the Mississippi Supreme Court.
- Tommy Johnson: A famous Delta blues musician.
- Luster Willis: A talented artist.
See also
In Spanish: Terry (Misisipi) para niños
