Rolling Fork, Mississippi
Rolling Fork: city in Sharkey County, Mississippi
About
Rolling Fork is a city located in the county of Sharkey in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,143 and a population density of 586 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,849 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Rolling Fork
| Population | 1,849 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Sharkey County |
| Postal code | 39159 |
| Phone Area Codes | 662 |
| Area | 3.66 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.9065,-90.8782 |
| Altitude | 102 feet / 31 meters |
| Capital city | Rolling Fork is capital of Sharkey County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:04:09 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 506 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -15.9% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Rolling Fork is located at 32°54'23"N 90°52'41"W (32.9065200, -90.8781600).
Rolling Fork map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. South southeast wind 0 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Rolling Fork decreased by 15.9% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,143 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,128 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,087 | -1.96% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,071 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,047 | -1.17% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,027 | -0.99% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,006 | -1.05% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,966 | -2.03% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,951 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,929 | -1.14% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,849 | -4.33% | estimation process |
People born in Rolling Fork (9)
People born in Rolling Fork, including blues singer and guitarist Muddy Waters, basketball player Slick Watts, politician Fielding L. Wright, .
More notable people
- Larry Smith (American former basketball player and coach) he was born in 18/01/1958
- Martin John Spalding ((1810-1872) Roman Catholic clergyman, Archbishop of Baltimore) he was born in 23/05/1823
- Johnny Dyer (American electric blues harmonicist and singer) he was born in 07/12/1938
- Willie Mae Ford Smith (American singer) she was born in 23/06/1904
- Joseph T. Taylor (American academic, educator and activist) he was born in 11/02/1913
- Walter A. Scott (American politician) he was born in 20/11/1876
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Rolling Fork, MS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| YAZ | Yazoo City | West Broadway (SR149) and North Water Street | RAIL |
| VKS | Vicksburg, MS | 1295 South Frontage Road | BUS |
| JAN | Union Station | 300 W. Capital Street | RAIL |
| GWD | Greenwood | Carrolton Ave. and East Gibbs Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Rolling Fork.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Rolling Fork Post Office | Rolling Fork (MS) | 39159 |
Other cities in Sharkey County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Sharkey County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Anguilla | 596 | Town in Sharkey County, Mississippi |
| Cary | 264 | Town in Mississippi |
Distance to Other Cities
Rolling Fork distances to largest Mississippi cities