List of counties in Mississippi
Mississippi Counties
Mississippi, a state located in the southeastern region of the United States, is divided into 82 counties. Each county has its unique characteristics, including population size, healthcare facilities, and geographical size. This article will focus on the largest and smallest counties in terms of population and geographical size, with a special emphasis on healthcare facilities.
Largest Counties[edit | edit source]
Hinds County[edit | edit source]
Hinds County is the most populous county in Mississippi, with a population of approximately 245,285 residents. The county is home to the state capital, Jackson, which is also the largest city in Mississippi.
Hinds County is the most populous county in Mississippi.
In terms of healthcare facilities, Hinds County is well-equipped. It is home to the University of Mississippi Medical Center, the state's only academic health science center. Other notable healthcare facilities include the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center and St. Dominic Hospital.
Harrison County[edit | edit source]
Harrison County, with a population of approximately 208,080 residents, is the second most populous county in Mississippi. The county is home to the cities of Gulfport and Biloxi.
Harrison County is the second most populous county in Mississippi.
Harrison County is also well-equipped with healthcare facilities. The Memorial Hospital at Gulfport and the Biloxi Regional Medical Center are two of the major healthcare providers in the county.
Smallest Counties[edit | edit source]
Issaquena County[edit | edit source]
Issaquena County is the least populous county in Mississippi, with a population of approximately 1,406 residents.
Issaquena County is the least populous county in Mississippi.
Healthcare facilities in Issaquena County are limited due to its small population. The county does not have a hospital, and residents often have to travel to neighboring counties for healthcare services.
Sharkey County[edit | edit source]
Sharkey County, with a population of approximately 4,714 residents, is the second least populous county in Mississippi.
Sharkey County is the second least populous county in Mississippi.
In terms of healthcare, Sharkey County is served by the Sharkey-Issaquena Community Hospital, a critical access hospital located in Rolling Fork.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Mississippi's counties vary greatly in terms of population and healthcare facilities. The state's most populous counties, Hinds and Harrison, are well-equipped with healthcare facilities, while the least populous counties, Issaquena and Sharkey, have limited healthcare resources. This disparity highlights the need for continued efforts to improve healthcare accessibility in rural areas of Mississippi.
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