Artesia, MS

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Population
323
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
230 ft
Median Home Value
$101,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$397/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$19,620
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Artesia

Artesia is a small, quiet town in Lowndes County, tucked right into Mississippi's Golden Triangle. Originally established in the mid-1800s as a busy railroad junction connecting lines toward Columbus, the town has since settled into a peaceful, rural community of around 300 residents. It offers a calm, unhurried pace of life surrounded by open countryside.

For daily living, Artesia gives residents a quiet home base within an easy drive of larger neighboring towns. Local students are served by the Lowndes County School District, while major shopping, healthcare, and job opportunities are just down the road in Columbus and Starkville. It is an appealing spot for anyone looking for rural privacy and affordable space while staying connected to regional amenities and nearby college campuses.

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