Destination Mississippi

This section will answer many of your questions regarding the life science industry in Mississippi, the state's economy, tax structure and cost of living, education, transportation, climate, recreational opportunities, history and more.

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Industry Overview | Economy/Cost of Living | Education
Recreation & Entertainment | Transportation | Geography & Climate
History | Suggested Reading List

The Magnolia State, home of the mighty Mississippi River, Deep South culture, and icons of American music: this is Mississippi, whose past proves it is a state capable of meeting the challenges of the twenty-first century.

Industry Snapshot

Mississippi shows potential in its growing biotechnology and life science industry. The state provides strong resources to help foster its growth in this sector.

Economy/Cost of Living

With over 2.9 million people, Mississippi ranks 31st in population among the United States. The largest cities in Mississippi are Jackson, with a population well over 180,000 in the city proper; Gulfport; Biloxi; Hattiesburg; Greenville; Meridian; Tupelo; Southaven; Vicksburg; and Pascagoula.

Education

Mississippi provides impressive higher education institutions. Whether seeking public, private, or community college education, students have a broad range of choices in the Magnolia State.

Recreation & Entertainment

Mississippi contains a broad range of attractions and pursuits within its borders, whether urban, cultural, or outdoor.

Transportation

Mississippi’s location in the Deep South of the U.S., and along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, provides the state with several transportation options for commuters and travelers. The Magnolia State is crossed by seven Interstate highways, and anticipates the addition of two more.

Geography & Climate

Mississippi is located in the Southern region of the United States and ranks as the 32nd largest state in total area by covering 48,434 square miles. Land areas of Mississippi cover 46,914 square miles, whereas 1,520 square miles of Mississippi are covered by water. Mississippi is bordered to the north by Tennessee, to the east by Alabama, to the west by Arkansas and Louisiana, and to the south by the Gulf of Mexico.

History

Mississippi takes its name from Chippewa Indian words meaning "great river". Many tribes inhabited what is now Mississippi prior to European settlement. Among these were the Choctaw, Chickasaw, and Natchez.

Suggested Reading List

A list of select guides and reference books about Mississippi.