Monticello, Mississippi
Monticello: county seat of Lawrence County, Mississippi, USA
About
Monticello is a city located in the county of Lawrence in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,571 and a population density of 142 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,447 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Monticello
| Population | 1,447 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Lawrence County |
| Postal code | 39654 |
| Phone Area Codes | 601 |
| Area | 11.04 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.5538,-90.1073 |
| Altitude | 194 feet / 59 meters |
| Capital city | Monticello is capital of Lawrence County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 06:24:51 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 131 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -8.57% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Monticello is located at 31°33'14"N 90°6'26"W (31.5537800, -90.1073100).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Monticello decreased by 8.57% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,571 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,540 | -2.01% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,529 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,516 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,518 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,523 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,528 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,495 | -2.21% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,465 | -2.05% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,472 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,447 | -1.73% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Monticello
1Monticello Town Hall
202 Jefferson St, Monticello, MS 39654 View details
Phone: +16015870045 | Website available
People born in Monticello (6)
People born in Monticello, including 7th Secretary of Education Rod Paige, basketball player Al Jefferson, blues musician Byther Smith, .
More notable people
- Jim Pace (American racing driver) he was born in 01/02/1961
- Matthew Wells (American football player) he was born in 26/11/1990
- Katherine Ettl (American sculptor) she was born in 01/01/1911
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Monticello, MS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175573 | Copiah-Lincoln Community College | Wesson (MS) | 39191 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Monticello, 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 |
| HAZ | Hazlehurst station | North Ragsdale Ave and East Conway St. | RAIL |
| MCB | McComb | 114 Northeast Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| HBI | Hattiesburg, MS | 7297 US Highway 49 | BUS |
| HBG | Hattiesburg station | 308 Newman St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Monticello.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Monticell Post Office | Monticello (MS) | 39654 |
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- Monticello, Wisconsin village in Green County, Wisconsin with a population of 136 people.
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Other cities in Lawrence County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lawrence County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| New Hebron | 413 | Town of the United States |
| Silver Creek | 197 | Human settlement in Lawrence County, Mississippi, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Monticello distances to largest Mississippi cities