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Columbia Mississippi Map

Explore Columbia, Mississippi, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Columbia, Mississippi

How to Use This Columbia, Mississippi Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Columbia, Mississippi. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Mississippi or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Columbia.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Columbia
State	Mississippi (MS)
County	Marion County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	31.256909
Longitude	-89.825443
Population	5,864
Density	335.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	39429
Area Code	601
County Seat	Columbia
School District	Columbia School District

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About Columbia, Mississippi

Columbia is a locality in Marion County, Mississippi, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,864. The population density is 335.2 people per km². Columbia is located at 31.2569°N, 89.8254°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Columbia is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 39429.

Columbia emerges from the landscape as a quiet anchor along the banks of the Pearl River, where the water moves with a deliberate, heavy grace through the southern pine timberlands. It lies 32.7 miles west of Hattiesburg, MS (from Hattiesburg, MS: bearing 261°T), and is situated 34.7 miles west of Petal. Sunlight filters through the dense canopy of local hardwoods, casting long, shifting shadows across the earth that seem to hold the stillness of the afternoon. Twelve miles to the northwest, the rise of Hub Hill breaks the horizon, offering a subtle contrast to the flat, fertile plains that define the immediate surroundings. Residents often find respite seven miles away at Lake Columbia, a place where the water mirrors the shifting colors of the sky as evening approaches. The land here feels ancient and settled, defined by the slow, predictable rhythms of the inland terrain.

Columbia carries a legacy rooted in the timber industry and the steady, productive output of its local agricultural base. Early development thrived on the accessibility of the Pearl River, which served as a vital artery for transporting resources through the heart of the region. Today, the economy remains grounded in a mix of manufacturing and forest-related commerce, keeping the pulse of the local workforce steady and focused. The architecture of the older districts displays a functional, modest dignity, reflecting the practical spirit of the generations who built their lives here. Progress continues to move at a measured pace, favoring stability and the enduring value of hard work over the frantic energy of larger urban centers.

Columbia maintains a distinct character shaped by the close-knit nature of its people and a deep-seated appreciation for community traditions. The Billy B Rawls Fields serve as a primary gathering point for youth athletics and local recreation, keeping the spirit of the neighborhood vibrant and active throughout the year. Cultural life is punctuated by seasonal events that bring residents together, fostering a sense of continuity that defines the local experience. Among those who have brought recognition to the area, the acclaimed novelist Walter Anderson stands as a notable figure whose artistic vision was deeply influenced by the natural beauty of the region. Life in Columbia retains a rare, authentic quality, where the quietude of the surroundings allows for a thoughtful and deliberate way of living.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Billy B Rawls Fields (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 166° S
Duckworth Park (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 180° S
Marion County Wma (State Conservation Area) — 5.9 mi, 128° SE
Private (State Conservation Area) — 7.0 mi, 134° SE
Red Bluff (Viewpoint) — 8.6 mi, 304° NW
Farm Service Agency Interest Of Ms (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.9 mi, 127° SE · 20k acres
Lawrence County Regional History Museum (Museum) — 26.4 mi, 321° NW
Last Bare Knuckle Prize Fight (Monument) — 27.9 mi, 087° E
Lofty Return (Public Artwork) — 29.5 mi, 081° E
Bonhomie (Monument) — 30.4 mi, 086° E
De Soto National Forest (National Forest) — 30.5 mi, 128° SE · 532k acres
Lucille Parker Gallery (Gallery) — 31.7 mi, 084° E
Sarah Gillespie Museum (Museum) — 31.8 mi, 084° E
The Fortress (Historic Castle / Fort) — 32.3 mi, 138° SE
Wounded Combat Veterans (Monument) — 35.8 mi, 096° E
Bogue Chitto National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 38.3 mi, 181° S · 73k acres
Acadiana Cinema (Cinema) — 50.3 mi, 168° S
Carver Museum (Museum) — 50.6 mi, 171° S
Auditorium (Theatre) — 50.8 mi, 171° S
Homochitto National Forest (National Forest) — 53.3 mi, 297° NW · 192k acres

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