Ridgeland Mississippi Map

About Ridgeland, Mississippi

Ridgeland is a locality in Madison County, Mississippi, United States. It has a population of 24,587. The population density is 360.9 people per km². Ridgeland is located at 32.4285°N, 90.1323°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 39157.

Ridgeland unfolds across the gentle hills and fertile plains of Madison County, a place where the humid breath of the Deep South meets a landscape shaped by slow-moving waters and ancient trees. It lies 2.5 miles south-south-west of Madison, MS (from Madison, MS: bearing 203°T), and is situated 9.5 miles north-north-east of Jackson. Here, the land slopes with a soft grace, not dramatic rises but a subtle swell that hints at hidden creeks and well-watered hollows. Towering pines, their needles whispering in the constant breeze, stand sentinel over a verdant tapestry of mixed hardwoods, their shade a welcome balm during the long, sun-drenched afternoons. The air itself carries the scent of damp earth and blooming magnolias, a fragrance that clings to the senses long after one departs, and the quality of light as dusk descends, a molten gold seeping through the branches, imbues the very air with a quiet, contemplative beauty. The history of Ridgeland is deeply entwined with the fertile soil and the strategic placement along pathways of commerce and settlement that have long defined this part of Mississippi. Its economy, once primarily agrarian, now thrives on a blend of retail, service industries, and a growing presence in light manufacturing, a testament to its adaptability and foresight. This evolution is palpable in the town's rhythm, a steady pulse that balances the conveniences of modern life with the enduring echoes of its past. The nearby Ross Barnett Reservoir, a vast expanse of water that shimmers under the Mississippi sun, offers not just recreational opportunities but also serves as a vital ecological feature, influencing the local climate and providing a habitat for a rich diversity of wildlife, a living reminder of the natural forces that continue to shape Ridgeland.

About This Ridgeland Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Ridgeland, Mississippi with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Ridgeland and Madison County.

Detailed location data for Ridgeland includes the ZIP code (38655), telephone area code (662, 601), county seat of Madison County (Canton), and school district assignment (Madison 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 Ridgeland is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.