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Carthage, MS

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Population
4,864
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
354 ft
Median Home Value
$154,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$705/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$42,254
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Carthage in context.

OverallBest places in MississippiPopulation rankingHighest population places in MississippiNearest larger communityMadison, Mississippi40 miles away · 28,575 residents.

About Carthage

Carthage is a city and the county seat of Leake County, Mississippi, established in 1834. Home to the Carthage Historic District and the landmark Leake County Courthouse, as well as a major poultry processing facility, the agricultural community of approximately 4,866 is served by the Leake County School District for public education locally.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+97.8ratingNearby Inpatient HospitalsA96.4rating

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