Jasper County, Administrative division in Mississippi, United States.
Jasper County is an administrative division in east-central Mississippi covering agricultural land, forests, and residential areas. The landscape is shaped by farming activity and features the typical layout of a rural region.
The county was named after Revolutionary War hero Sergeant William Jasper, remembered for his bravery in combat. The naming honors his service during the military struggles of that era.
Local farming traditions shape daily life here, with residents maintaining agricultural practices passed down through generations. Community gatherings and seasonal events reflect how people connect to the land and to each other.
The county is best explored by car since locations are spread across a large area. Plan extra travel time when moving between different parts of the region.
The county shares boundaries with Newton County, following a naming pattern repeated across many US states. These parallel namings developed during similar phases of territorial and administrative growth.
Location: Mississippi
Inception: 1833
Capital city: Bay Springs
Shares border with: Newton County, Clarke County, Wayne County, Jones County, Smith County, Scott County, Lauderdale County
Website: http://co.jasper.ms.us
GPS coordinates: 32.02000,-89.12000
Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07
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