RANK #481 / 996 · POP 58,547 · MS
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.8%
Lowndes County, Mississippi, is perhaps best known for Columbus, its county seat, a historic city that was home to playwright Tennessee Williams and briefly served as the state capital during the Civil War. Located on Mississippi's eastern border along the Tombigbee River, Columbus is part of the "Golden Triangle" region, approximately two hours from Birmingham, Alabama, and Jackson, Mississippi. The community offers a sparse suburban feel with a blend of historic charm, including antebellum homes and tree-lined streets. Outdoor recreation is available at Lake Lowndes State Park, which features a 150-acre lake for fishing and camping, along with hiking trails and sports facilities.
Life in Lowndes County offers a community-oriented atmosphere with a median age of 37.6 years. The public school system includes the Lowndes County School District, which serves towns like Caledonia, Crawford, and Artesia, and is considered highly rated. The local economy is influenced by institutions like Columbus Air Force Base and Mississippi University for Women. Recent economic developments have focused on attracting advanced manufacturing and aerospace industries, with investments in infrastructure to support these sectors.
Above national median
Below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 2.8x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Aluminum Dynamics Flat-Rolled Mill & Biocarbon Facility
Aluminum Dynamics Inc.
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$2,500M | Under Construction |
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New Caledonia Simple Cycle Combustion Turbine Plant
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
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$800M | Under Construction |
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Golden Triangle I & II Solar + Storage
Origis Energy
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$500M | Golden Triangle II: Operating, Golden Triangle I: Under Construction |
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PACCAR Engine Company Expansion
PACCAR Engine Company
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$209M | Under Construction |
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FedEx Ground Distribution Center
FedEx
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$50M | Completed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Lowndes County has a Boom Town Index score of 52/100, ranking #481 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.1% and a median household income of $53,687, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Lowndes County is $155,300 with median rent at $903/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3457, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.6% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.1%. Home values changed +0.9% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.42% of Lowndes County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.