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New Albany, MS

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Population
7,756
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
362 ft
Median Home Value
$161,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$973/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,332
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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New Albany in context.

OverallBest places in MississippiPopulation rankingHighest population places in MississippiNearest larger communityTupelo, Mississippi23 miles away · 38,087 residents.

About New Albany

New Albany is a city and the county seat of Union County, Mississippi, situated along the Tallahatchie River. Celebrated as the birthplace of Nobel laureate William Faulkner and serving as the northern gateway to the scenic Tanglefoot Trail, the community of approximately 7,663 is served by the New Albany School District for public primary and secondary education.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.6rating

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