Independence, MS
- Elevation
- 333 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Independence is a quiet rural community in Tate County, home to around 200 residents along Mississippi Highway 305. Located just east of Coldwater, it offers plenty of open space and a relaxed country setting. Long before settling on Independence, the area went by colorful nicknames like Lickskillet and Buck Snorts. Today, it remains a peaceful, slow-paced corner of north Mississippi for anyone looking for room to breathe away from busier towns.
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