CITY · MS

What county is Jackson, MS in?

Jackson, MS is mostly in Hinds County. County FIPS code 28049, population 214,870 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Jackson, Mississippi
Primary county: Hinds County
FIPS code: 28049
County population: 214,870

Some cities extend into more than one county. Jackson is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Jackson in?

Jackson, MS is mostly in Hinds County.

What is the county seat of Hinds County?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.