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

Latitude	33.057629
Longitude	-89.587576
Population	7,114
Density	364.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	39090
Area Code	601, 769
County Seat	Kosciusko
School District	Kosciusko School District

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About Kosciusko, Mississippi

Kosciusko is a locality in Attala County, Mississippi, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,114. The population density is 364.2 people per km². Kosciusko is located at 33.0576°N, 89.5876°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Kosciusko is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 39090.

Kosciusko serves as a quiet anchor within the humid, verdant heart of central Mississippi. It lies 40.3 miles northeast of Canton, MS (from Canton, MS: bearing 40°T), and is situated 15.5 miles east of Durant. The landscape surrounding Kosciusko consists of undulating, wooded terrain that softens the transition between the flat Delta to the west and the more rugged elevations found toward the Government Hills. Moisture clings to the heavy air during the long afternoons, often gathering in the low basin where the Yockanookany River winds its slow, deliberate path through the thickets. Residents often find a moment of stillness at Country Club Lake, where the water mirrors the shifting amber light of the late day sun. Even within the municipal limits, the green canopy of Niles Park offers a shaded reprieve from the heat, grounding the daily experience of the people in the quiet cycle of the seasons.

Kosciusko emerged as a center for trade and agriculture, sustained by the fertile soil that has long dictated the rhythm of local industry. The economy has transitioned over time from a reliance on cotton and timber to a more diverse landscape of manufacturing and regional commerce, reflecting the stubborn resilience of those who tend the land. Rows of brick storefronts in the center of the grid speak to a history of mercantile ambition, where the exchange of goods once fueled the growth of the surrounding countryside. Labor remains the central fiber of the local identity, shaped by the demands of the soil and the steady production of materials that move out to wider markets. The persistence of these enterprises provides a backbone for the community, mirroring the slow, unyielding growth of the forests that press against the town's edge.

Kosciusko maintains a cultural character defined by a deliberate pace and a deep regard for the individuals who have shaped its public life. The town’s most prominent association is with Oprah Winfrey, who spent her early childhood here, drawing a thread of global recognition back to these modest streets. Local events often center on the square, where the architecture serves as a silent witness to the changing decades and the persistent, slow-moving tide of regional life. Landmarks like the historic courthouse reflect a pride in administrative tradition that has survived despite the quiet isolation of the interior landscape. Whether through the casual gatherings at the park or the enduring influence of its famous daughter, Kosciusko preserves a distinct sense of self that remains indifferent to the frenetic speed of the outside world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Niles Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 046° NE
Landrum Field (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 038° NE
Northside Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 359° N
Hugh Ellard Park (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 186° S
Kosciusko Heritage Foundation Museum (Museum) — 1.4 mi, 161° S
Yockanookany Wma (State Conservation Area) — 10.9 mi, 053° NE
Holmes County State Park (State Park) — 17.6 mi, 262° W
French Camp Historic Village (Museum) — 19.7 mi, 033° NE
Tombigbee National Forest (National Forest) — 27.9 mi, 068° E · 67k acres
Choctaw Wma (State Conservation Area) — 27.9 mi, 068° E
Legion Lake State Park (State Park) — 31.6 mi, 078° E
Canal Place Cinema 7 (Cinema) — 33.0 mi, 128° SE
Bienville National Forest (National Forest) — 33.9 mi, 186° S · 180k acres
Hillside National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 35.2 mi, 277° W · 31k acres
Nanih Waiya (Historic Ruins) — 38.2 mi, 104° E
Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 38.4 mi, 075° E · 97k acres
Canton Train Museum (Museum) — 40.5 mi, 221° SW
Pearl River State Waterfowl Refuge (Nature Reserve) — 42.3 mi, 210° SW
Emmett Till (Monument) — 46.7 mi, 313° NW
Museum of the Mississippi Delta (Museum) — 48.5 mi, 312° NW
Florewood River Plantation Museum (Museum) — 49.9 mi, 311° NW
Boyd Mounds (Historic Ruins) — 50.2 mi, 214° SW
Children Playing (Public Artwork) — 51.5 mi, 218° SW
Confederate fort (Historic Castle / Fort) — 51.6 mi, 348° N
9/11 Memorial (Monument) — 51.6 mi, 216° SW
Plaque (Monument) — 51.7 mi, 216° SW
Confederate redoubt (Historic Castle / Fort) — 52.3 mi, 348° N
Rice-Totten Stadium (Stadium) — 53.7 mi, 306° NW
Smith-Wills Stadium (Stadium) — 59.7 mi, 214° SW
Hallie Ward Interiors ft Queen City Art Gallery (Gallery) — 70.3 mi, 133° SE

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