Carthage, Mississippi
Carthage: human settlement in Leake County, Mississippi, United States of America
About
Carthage is a city located in the county of Adams in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,075 and a population density of 210 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,725 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Carthage
| Population | 4,725 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Adams County |
| Postal code | 39051 |
| Phone Area Codes | 601 |
| Area | 24.18 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.5266,-91.4460 |
| Altitude | 351 feet / 107 meters |
| Capital city | Carthage is capital of Leake County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 09:17:11 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 195 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.41% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 87℉ Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Carthage is located at 31°31'36"N 91°26'45"W (31.5265600, -91.4459500).
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Weather
Patchy fog before 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Carthage decreased by 7.41% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 285 | - | |
| 2000 | 4,637 | 93.85% | |
| 2010 | 5,075 | 8.63% | census |
| 2011 | 4,972 | -2.07% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,977 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,934 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,915 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,858 | -1.17% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,844 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,832 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,795 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,782 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,725 | -1.21% | estimation process |
People born in Carthage (8)
People born in Carthage, including basketball player John Howard Getty Johnson, basketball player, pastor Marcus Mann, sprinter O'Neal Wilder, .
More notable people
- Bennett Malone (American politician) he was born in 06/01/1944
- Charles Graham (American actor (1895-1943)) he was born in 16/02/1895
- Randy Rushing (American politician) he was born in 09/09/1963
- Ollie McLaughlin (American record producer and record label owner) he was born in 24/03/1925
- Joseph Chambers (American musician, songwriter, member of The Chambers Brothers) he was born in 22/08/1942
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Carthage, MS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175342 | Alcorn State University | Alcorn State (MS) | 39096-7500 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Carthage, MS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRH | Brookhaven | East Monticello St. and South Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| MCB | McComb | 114 Northeast Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| VKS | Vicksburg, MS | 1295 South Frontage Road | BUS |
| HAZ | Hazlehurst station | North Ragsdale Ave and East Conway St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Carthage.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Vidalia Post Office | Vidalia (LA) | 71373 |
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- Carthage, North Carolina city in Moore County, North Carolina, United States of America with a population of 2,595 people.
- Carthage, Illinois city in and county seat of Hancock County, Illinois, United States with a population of 2,419 people.
- Carthage, Tennessee town in Tennessee, USA with a population of 2,331 people.
- Carthage, Ohio township in Athens County, Ohio with a population of 1,537 people.
- Carthage, Indiana town in Indiana, United States with a population of 890 people.
- Carthage, Maine town in Maine, United States with a population of 536 people.
- Carthage, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 286 people.
- Carthage, South Dakota city in South Dakota, United States with a population of 37 people.
Other cities in Adams County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Adams County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Natchez | 14,362 | County seat of Adams County, Mississippi, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Carthage distances to largest Mississippi cities