Sunflower, Mississippi
Sunflower: town of the United States
About
Sunflower is a town located in the county of Prentiss in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,159 and a population density of 733 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 960 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Sunflower
| Population | 960 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Prentiss County |
| Postal code | 38778 |
| Phone Area Codes | 662 |
| Area | 1.58 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.6640,-88.5514 |
| Altitude | 118 feet / 36 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:58:38 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 607 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -20.73% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 81℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Sunflower is located at 34°39'50"N 88°33'5"W (34.6639800, -88.5514400).
Sunflower map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 81. South southwest wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Sunflower decreased by 20.73% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,159 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,149 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,132 | -1.5% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,108 | -2.17% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,090 | -1.65% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,073 | -1.58% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,050 | -2.19% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,027 | -2.24% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,006 | -2.09% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 978 | -2.86% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 960 | -1.88% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sunflower, MS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 176169 | Northeast Mississippi Community College | Booneville (MS) | 38829 |
| 451343 | Corinth Academy of Cosmetology | Corinth (MS) | 38834 |
| 175698 | Fosters Cosmetology College | Ripley (MS) | 38663-0066 |
| 175430 | Blue Mountain College | Blue Mountain (MS) | 38610-9509 |
| 175829 | Itawamba Community College | Fulton (MS) | 38843-1099 |
Closest post offices linked to Sunflower.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Boonevill Post Office | Booneville (MS) | 38829 |
| Rienz Post Office | Rienzi (MS) | 38865 |
| Wheeler Post Office | Wheeler (MS) | 38880 |
| Baldwyn Post Office | Baldwyn (MS) | 38824 |
| Marietta Post Office | Marietta (MS) | 38856 |
Other cities in Prentiss County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Prentiss County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Booneville | 8,400 | City in Prentiss County, Mississippi, United States of America |
| Jumpertown | 477 | Town of the United States |
| Marietta | 253 | Town in Prentiss County, Mississippi |