MSMississippi
Magnolia State · Capital: Jackson · South (Deep South)
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Capital
Jackson
Largest city
Jackson
Population
1–5 million
Area rank
#32 of 50
Admitted
1817
Time zone
Central Time
Region
South
Letters
11
Bordering states: Louisiana, Arkansas, Tennessee, Alabama.
4 fun facts about Mississippi
- The state is home to the birthplace of Elvis Presley (Tupelo) and the blues (Delta region).
- It's one of the only states with a name containing four "i"s, four "s"s, and two "p"s — a spelling-bee favorite.
- Mississippi has the most miles of navigable inland waterways of any state.
- Root beer was invented in Biloxi by pharmacist Edward Adolf Barq Sr. in 1898.
Frequently asked questions about Mississippi
Is Mississippi a US state?
Yes, Mississippi is one of the 50 US states. It was admitted to the Union in 1817, making it the 20th state. Its capital is Jackson and its largest city is Jackson.
What is the capital of Mississippi?
The capital of Mississippi is Jackson.
When did Mississippi become a state?
Mississippi became a US state in 1817. It is the 20th state admitted to the Union.
What is the abbreviation for Mississippi?
The 2-letter USPS abbreviation for Mississippi is MS.
How big is Mississippi?
Mississippi ranks #32 of 50 US states by area — a mid-sized US state.
What is the population of Mississippi?
Mississippi has a population of 1 to 5 million.
What region is Mississippi in?
Mississippi is in the South region of the United States, per the US Census Bureau.
What time zone is Mississippi in?
Mississippi observes Central Time.
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