Lamar Mississippi Map

About Lamar, Mississippi

Lamar is a locality in Benton County, Mississippi, United States. The population density is 4.1 people per km². Lamar is located at 34.9173°N, 89.3179°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 38642.

Lamar, Mississippi, unfolds across gently rolling terrain where the rich alluvial soils of the Mississippi Delta begin their subtle ascent towards the Tennessee hills. It lies 16.9 miles south-south-east of Fayette, TN (from Fayette, TN: bearing 148°T), and is situated 9.9 miles north-west of Ashland. The landscape here is a quilt of cultivated fields, predominantly cotton and soybeans, stretching towards horizons softened by the haze of summer heat. Ancient oaks, their limbs draped with Spanish moss, stand sentinel along the edges of these verdant expanses, their shadows lengthening as the afternoon sun dips lower, painting the sky in hues of pale gold and soft rose. The air itself carries a humid warmth, a tangible presence that clings to the skin and whispers of the fertile earth. The history of Lamar is deeply entwined with the agricultural bounty of its surroundings, a legacy forged by generations who coaxed sustenance from this land. While no grand monuments mark its past, the very character of the place speaks of resilience and quiet perseverance, much like the hardy crops that thrive here. The local economy, while modest, remains anchored to the rhythm of the seasons and the cycles of planting and harvest. Small, independent businesses line the single main street, their storefronts bearing the quiet dignity of years of service, offering a glimpse into the enduring spirit of this Benton County locale.

About This Lamar Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lamar, Mississippi — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.917315, -89.31785. 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 Lamar and Benton County.

Detailed location data for Lamar includes the ZIP code (38642), telephone area code (601, 769), county seat of Benton County (Ashland), and school district assignment (Benton County 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 Lamar is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.