How many libraries are in Mississippi?

There are 229 libraries in Mississippi in our data as of 09/30/2024.

Which Mississippi cities have the most libraries?

Jackson (7), Biloxi (4), Greenwood (2), Gulfport (2), McComb (2).

Checked Oct 21, 2026

229 libraries in 203 cities and 81 counties · Data as of 09/30/2024

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With a population of 2,946,779, Mississippi has 229 libraries (0.78 per 10,000 people).
Per person, that is 56% above the national rate (0.50 per 10,000).
The largest group is Branch Library (77%), ahead of Main Library and Public Library.
Jackson (7), Biloxi (4) and Greenwood (2) have the most, 6% of the state total combined.

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How many libraries are in Mississippi?: There are 229 libraries in Mississippi in our data as of 09/30/2024.
Which Mississippi cities have the most libraries?: Jackson (7), Biloxi (4), Greenwood (2), Gulfport (2), McComb (2).