Columbus Mississippi Map

About Columbus, Mississippi

Columbus is a locality in Lowndes County, Mississippi, United States. It has a population of 23,348. The population density is 363.7 people per km². Columbus is located at 33.4957°N, 88.4273°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 39702.

Columbus, Mississippi, unfolds its character along the broad, slow-moving Tombigbee River, a ribbon of ochre water that shapes the very air. It lies 22.8 miles east of Starkville, MS (from Starkville, MS: bearing 82°T), and is situated 6.1 miles west-north-west of New Hope. The land here is a study in patient persistence, a gently rolling terrain where the deep, rich soil yields to the persistent sun. Magnolia trees, their glossy leaves catching the light, stand sentinel beside ancient oaks draped in Spanish moss, their branches reaching like arthritic fingers towards a sky that can shift from a crystalline blue to a brooding, humid grey with remarkable speed. The air itself carries a certain weight, a humid embrace that clings to the skin, often scented with the sweet perfume of blooming dogwoods or the earthy tang of damp earth after a summer shower. Even in the quietest moments, a subtle pulse beats through Columbus, a gentle hum of life that seems to echo the languid flow of the river that defines its edges. The history of Columbus is deeply entwined with the Tombigbee, a waterway that once carried steamboats laden with cotton and dreams. This enduring connection to the river shaped its economy, a legacy of commerce and agriculture that still whispers through its older districts. The city has long been a crossroads, a place where diverse peoples have left their mark, from the early Chickasaw Nation to the settlers who established its antebellum homes and later, the industrial endeavors that brought new life. Today, while manufacturing and healthcare form the backbone of its economy, a vibrant cultural spirit thrives, evident in its well-preserved architecture, its music festivals that draw crowds from across the region, and the warm, unhurried hospitality of its people. Columbus carries its past with a quiet dignity, a place where the echoes of history are not just remembered, but felt in the very texture of its streets and the character of its enduring spirit.

About This Columbus Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Columbus, Mississippi — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 33.495674, -88.427263. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Columbus and Lowndes County.

Detailed location data for Columbus includes the ZIP code (39701), telephone area code (662), county seat of Lowndes County (Columbus), and school district assignment (Columbus Municipal School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Columbus is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.