The State of Mississippi has a total of five metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) that are fully or partially located in the state. 17 of the state's 82 counties are classified by the United States Census Bureau as metropolitan. As of the 2000 census, these counties had a combined population of 1,194,522 (42.0% of the state's total population). Based on a July 1, 2009 population estimate, that figure rose to 1,311,726 (44.4% of the state's total population).[1]
Metropolitan areas
Population statistics
| Metropolitan Statistical Area | July 1, 2009 Estimate | 2000 Census | Growth Rate (2000–2009) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson MSA | 540,866 | 497,197 | 8.78% |
| Gulfport-Biloxi MSA1 | 238,772 | 246,190 | –3.01% |
| Memphis, TN-AR-MS MSA2 | 233,392 | 176,789 | 32.02% |
| Pascagoula MSA1 | 155,603 | 150,564 | 3.35% |
| Hattiesburg MSA | 143,093 | 123,812 | 15.57% |
| 1 The Gulfport-Biloxi and Pascagoula metropolitan areas were significantly impacted by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Prior to the hurricane, both areas had experienced steady to moderate population growth. 2 Population figures only reflect the Mississippi portion (four counties) of the Memphis TN-AR-MS metro area. | |||
Combined Statistical Areas
The United States Census Bureau defines a Combined Statistical Area (CSA) as an aggregate of adjacent Core Based Statistical Areas (CBSAs)[2] that are linked by commuting ties. There are three combined statistical areas in Mississippi.
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See also
- List of micropolitan areas in Mississippi
- List of cities in Mississippi
- List of towns and villages in Mississippi
- Mississippi census statistical areas
- Table of United States primary census statistical areas (PCSA)
- Table of United States Combined Statistical Areas (CSA)
- Table of United States Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSA)
- Table of United States Micropolitan Statistical Areas (μSA)