Natchez, Mississippi
Natchez: county seat of Adams County, Mississippi, United States
About
Natchez is a city located in the county of Adams in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 15,792. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 14,362 inhabitants.
The city was created 310 years ago in 1715.
Quick Facts about Natchez
| Population | 14,362 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Adams County |
| Postal code | 39120, 39121, 39122 |
| Phone Area Codes | 601 |
| Area | 35900000 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.5602,-91.4033 |
| Named for | Natchez people |
| Altitude | 217 feet / 66 meters |
| Capital city | Natchez is capital of Adams County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1716 (310 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 00:00:11 (23rd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -9.96% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 84℉ Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Natchez is located at 31°33'37"N 91°24'12"W (31.5601700, -91.4032900).
Natchez map
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Weather
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Natchez decreased by 9.96% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,792 | - | census |
| 2011 | 15,622 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 15,514 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 15,389 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 15,333 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 15,139 | -1.28% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 15,139 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 15,087 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 14,833 | -1.71% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 14,615 | -1.49% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 14,362 | -1.76% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Natchez
1USDA Service Center
110 Northgate Rd, Natchez, MS 39120, United States View details
Phone: +16014421790 | Website available
2US Agricultural Department
55 Sgt Prentiss Dr, Natchez, MS 39120, United States View details
Phone: +16014421790
3US Consolidated Farm Services Agency
339 Liberty Rd # C, Natchez, MS 39120, United States View details
Phone: +16014458621 | Website available
People born in Natchez (87)
People born in Natchez, including writer Ellen Douglas, African-writer Richard Wright, politician Adolph Meyer, .
More notable people
- George Earle Chamberlain (American politician (1854-1928)) he was born in 01/01/1854
- Varina Davis (First Lady of the Confederate States) she was born in 07/05/1826
- Alexander O'Neal (American musical artist) he was born in 15/11/1953
- John Perkins Jr. (American politician (1819-1885)) he was born in 01/07/1819
- Francis G. Newlands (American politician (1846-1917)) he was born in 28/08/1846
- Hound Dog Taylor (American Chicago blues guitarist and singer) he was born in 12/04/1915
- Billy Shaw (American football player) he was born in 15/12/1938
- Gerard Brandon (American politician (1788-1850)) he was born in 15/09/1788
- Glen Ballard (American songwriter, lyricist, and record producer) he was born in 01/05/1953
- Kelvin Davis (American boxer) he was born in 26/05/1978
- Je'Kel Foster (American basketball player) he was born in 22/07/1983
- Tray Deee (American rapper from California) he was born in 27/04/1966
- Olu Dara (American musician) he was born in 12/01/1941
- John Francis Hamtramck Claiborne (American politician (1809-1884)) he was born in 24/04/1809
- Marion Montgomery (American jazz singer) she was born in 17/11/1934
- Paige Cothren (American author) he was born in 12/07/1935
- Floyd Rice (American football player (1949-2011)) he was born in 31/08/1949
- Frank Cooley (American actor, film director and screenwriter (1870-1941)) he was born in 01/06/1870
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Natchez, 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 Natchez, 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 Natchez.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Natchez Post Office | Natchez (MS) | 39120 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Natchez, Louisiana suburb village of Natchitoches, located in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, United States with a population of 591 people.
Other cities in Adams County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Adams County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Carthage | 4,725 | Human settlement in Leake County, Mississippi, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Natchez distances to largest Mississippi cities