Cary, MS

Cary is a quiet, tight-knit community in Sharkey County with a population of around 240. Set in the heart of the lower Mississippi Delta along Highway 61, life here is deeply tied to the surrounding farmland and peaceful, wide-open country. For everyday shopping, services, and schools, residents make the quick drive north to neighboring Rolling Fork, which hosts the campuses for the South Delta School District. You are also just minutes from the Delta National Forest, offering easy access to hunting, fishing, and scenic nature trails. For anyone looking for an ultra-small rural setting with deep Delta roots, Cary offers a simple and welcoming pace of life.