We are providing a comprehensive directory of public libraries in Lowndes County, Mississippi. This list includes library formal name, street address, postal code, phone number and how many books are available. Check the following list to see all public libraries in Mississippi Lowndes County.
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1. Branch Library ARTESIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 323 Front Street, Artesia, MS 39736
Phone Number: (662) 272-5255 Lowndes N/A N/A
2. Branch Library CALEDONIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 754 Main Street, Caledonia, MS 39740
Phone Number: (662) 356-6384 Lowndes N/A N/A
3. Central Library COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 314 North 7th Street, Columbus, MS 39701
Phone Number: (662) 329-5300 Lowndes N/A N/A
4. Library System COLUMBUS-LOWNDES PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 314 North 7th Street, Columbus, MS 39701
Phone Number: (662) 329-5300 Lowndes 100,156 133,409
5. Branch Library CRAWFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 320 Main Street, Crawford, MS 39743
Phone Number: (662) 272-5144 Lowndes N/A N/A
Overview of Lowndes County, Mississippi
Lowndes County is a county located in the state of Mississippi. As of 2000, the population is 61,586. Its county seat is Columbus.
Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,338 km² (516 mi²). 1,301 km² (502 mi²) of it is land and 37 km² (14 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 2.74% water.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there are 61,586 people, 22,849 households, and 16,405 families residing in the county. The population density is 47/km² (123/mi²). There are 25,104 housing units at an average density of 19/km² (50/mi²). The racial makeup of the county is 56.47% White, 41.56% Black or African American, 0.17% Native American, 0.54% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.39% from other races, and 0.85% from two or more races. 1.11% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There are 22,849 households out of which 36.50% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.20% are married couples living together, 18.70% have a female householder with no husband present, and 28.20% are non-families. 24.60% of all households are made up of individuals and 8.90% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.61 and the average family size is 3.13.
In the county the population is spread out with 28.60% under the age of 18, 10.60% from 18 to 24, 29.20% from 25 to 44, 20.40% from 45 to 64, and 11.20% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 33 years. For every 100 females there are 89.90 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 84.20 males.
The median income for a household in the county is $32,123, and the median income for a family is $38,248. Males have a median income of $31,792 versus $20,640 for females. The per capita income for the county is $16,514. 21.30% of the population and 18.00% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 31.80% of those under the age of 18 and 16.80% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
Cities and towns
According to countryaah, Lowndes County, Mississippi has the following cities and towns:
