Gloster, Mississippi
Gloster: city in Amite County, Mississippi, United States of America
About
Gloster is a city located in the county of Amite in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 960 and a population density of 203 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 852 inhabitants.
The city was created 142 years ago in 1883.
Quick Facts about Gloster
| Population | 852 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Amite County |
| Postal code | 39638 |
| Phone Area Codes | 601 |
| Area | 4.72 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.1974,-91.0218 |
| Altitude | 423 feet / 129 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1884 (142 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:58:32 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 180 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -12.68% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Gloster is located at 31°11'51"N 91°1'18"W (31.1974000, -91.0217700).
Gloster map
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Weather
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 78. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Gloster decreased by 12.68% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 960 | - | census |
| 2011 | 950 | -1.05% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 933 | -1.82% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 924 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 904 | -2.21% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 897 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 887 | -1.13% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 885 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 873 | -1.37% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 869 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 852 | -2% | estimation process |
People born in Gloster (10)
People born in Gloster, including United States Marine Ray Poole, football player Barney Poole, football player Jim Poole, .
More notable people
- James W. Washington, Jr. (American artist (1909-2000)) he was born in 10/11/1909
- Linda T. Walker (judge) she was born in 01/01/1960
- Lee Robinson (Player of American and Canadian football) he was born in 23/04/1987
- E. M. Toler (American doctor and politician) he was born in 29/10/1874
- Leon Perry (American football player) he was born in 14/08/1957
- Rita Martinson (politician) she was born in 11/09/1937
- Carey A. Randall (U.S. Marine Corps Major General) he was born in 15/11/1912
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Gloster, MS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCB | McComb | 114 Northeast Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| BRH | Brookhaven | East Monticello St. and South Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| BTR | Baton Rouge, Louisiana | 1253 Florida St. | BUS |
| HMD | Hammond | 404 N.E. Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| HAZ | Hazlehurst station | North Ragsdale Ave and East Conway St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Gloster.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Gloster Post Office | Gloster (MS) | 39638 |
Other cities in Amite County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Amite County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Olive | 896 | City in Covington County, Mississippi, United States of America |
| Liberty | 634 | City in Mississippi, United States |
| Enterprise | 454 | Town in Clarke County, Mississippi, United States |
| Crosby | 270 | City in Mississippi, United States of America |