Shuqualak Mississippi Map

About Shuqualak, Mississippi

Shuqualak is a locality in Noxubee County, Mississippi, United States. It is a small community with a population of 238. The population density is 90.7 people per km². Shuqualak is located at 32.9785°N, 88.5700°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 39361.

Shuqualak rests in a quiet embrace of the Mississippi landscape, where the rolling hills of Noxubee County meet the fertile plains. It lies 35.6 miles south-south-east of Starkville, MS (from Starkville, MS: bearing 156°T), and is situated 8.8 miles south of Macon. The air here often carries the scent of damp earth and pine, especially after a summer shower, a subtle perfume that clings to the verdant fields and dense woodlands. Sunlight, when it breaks through the humid haze, falls with a softened, almost buttery quality, illuminating the patchwork of farms and the occasional cluster of homes that dot the terrain. The land itself feels yielding, a soft canvas of rich soil that has been shaped by generations of cultivation and the slow, persistent work of water. The history of Shuqualak is tied to the agricultural bounty of its surroundings, a story of cotton fields and quiet perseverance. For many years, the rhythm of life here was dictated by the planting and harvesting seasons, a tradition that still hums beneath the surface of everyday existence. While the economic landscape has shifted, the echoes of its past remain, evident in the sturdy, well-worn barns and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants. The local economy, though modest, draws strength from the land, with agriculture continuing to play a significant role, alongside the quiet industry of small businesses that serve the needs of the people who call Shuqualak home.

About This Shuqualak Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Shuqualak, Mississippi — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 32.978462, -88.570043. 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 Shuqualak and Noxubee County.

Detailed location data for Shuqualak includes the ZIP code (39361), telephone area code (601), county seat of Noxubee County (Macon), and school district assignment (Noxubee 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 Shuqualak is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.