New Augusta Mississippi Map

About New Augusta, Mississippi

New Augusta is a locality in Perry County, Mississippi, United States. It is a small community with a population of 590. The population density is 34.5 people per km². New Augusta is located at 31.2024°N, 89.0348°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 39462.

New Augusta rests amidst a landscape of gentle, rolling hills, a verdant expanse softened by the humid embrace of South Mississippi's climate. It lies 17.4 miles east-south-east of Hattiesburg, MS (from Hattiesburg, MS: bearing 120°T), and is situated 7.2 miles west-north-west of Beaumont. Pine forests, their needles whispering in the frequent breezes, give way to scattered fields where the soil, a rich, earthy red, yields to the persistent sun. A quiet stillness pervades the air, broken only by the distant hum of an occasional vehicle or the insistent chirping of unseen cicadas. The quality of light here, especially as dusk begins to settle, possesses a remarkable softness, painting the sky in hues of pale rose and lavender that bleed into the deep emerald of the surrounding woodlands. The history of New Augusta is as deeply rooted as the ancient oaks that stand sentinel on its periphery. Originally settled by those drawn to the fertile ground and the abundant timber, its economy has long been tied to the land, with agriculture and lumber once forming the bedrock of its livelihood. While those industries have evolved, a spirit of self-reliance and a connection to the natural world still define the character of New Augusta. The slow, deliberate pace of life here allows for an appreciation of simple pleasures, a notion perhaps best embodied by the quiet dignity of its weathered homes and the enduring strength of its community ties.

About This New Augusta Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of New Augusta, Mississippi — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 31.202403, -89.034774. 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 New Augusta and Perry County.

Detailed location data for New Augusta includes the ZIP code (39462), telephone area code (601), county seat of Perry County (New Augusta), and school district assignment (Perry County Schools). 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 New Augusta is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.