Information on Canton, Madison County
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Welcome to our dedicated page for Canton, located in the state of Mississippi, Madison County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.
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Canton City HALL, Madison County
| Canton City Hall's address | Canton Canton Municipal Building P.O. Box 1605 Canton MS 39046 United States | |
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| Phone number of Canton City Hall | +1 601-859-4331 | |
| Canton, MS email | Not available | |
| Canton official website | cityofcantonms.com | |
| Mayor of Canton | Dr. William Truly, Jr. | |
| Madison County, Mississippi: Vital Records | Canton vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Mississippi birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Canton
What county is Canton MS in?Canton, MS is located in Madison County |
Where is Canton, Mississippi ?Canton is located in Madison County, in the state of Mississippi, United States. It is positioned in the central region of Mississippi, approximately 25 miles north of the state capital, Jackson. The municipality is near the Natchez Trace Parkway, providing a historically significant route and scenic drive through the area. |
What is the cost of living in Canton MS ?The cost of living in Canton, Mississippi (Madison County) is quite affordable. The median home price is around $200,000, while monthly transportation costs are about $150. Grocery prices are also reasonable, averaging around 15% less than the national average, making Canton an attractive option for budget-conscious residents. |
Canton administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | Mississippi |
| County | Madison - other counties in Mississippi |
Canton building department, MS
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Canton's town hall or Madison County authorities directly. |
Demography of Canton
| Name of Canton inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 10 948 inhabitants (2020) | 39 / 3 298 | ||
| Population density in Canton | 582,4 pop/sq mi (224,9 pop/km²) | |||
Canton City (MS) statistics
| Canton MS Median household income | $50,000 |
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| Canton MS Poverty rate | 20% |
| Canton MS Unemployment rate | 4.5% |
| Canton MS Educational attainment | 85% |
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List of Passport Facilities in Canton, MS
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| MADISON COUNTY CHANCERY CLERK | 146 W CENTER ST | 6018555609 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Canton
There are 7 bank branches in Canton.
BankPlus is the most popular bank in Canton with 2 branch offices, followed by Trustmark National Bank with 2 branch offices and then FSNB, National Association with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Canton:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| BankPlus | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Trustmark National Bank | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| FSNB, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Regions Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Renasant Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Canton administrative numbers
| Canton City code | 2811100 |
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| Canton town phone area code | 601 |
| Canton City postcode | 39046 |
Transportation modes in Canton
| Airport | Jackson–Evers International Airport 21 miles Hawkins Field 22.4 miles Kosciusko-Attala County Airport 43.3 miles |
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Canton territory
| Canton area | 18,80 sq mi (48,69 km²) |
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| Canton altitude | 223 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 32.6119 Longitude: -90.0233 Latitude: 32° 36' 43'' North Longitude: 90° 1' 24'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
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| Natural parks | Canton isn't part of a natural park |
What is Canton close to?
| Nearby cities include: Madison, Ridgeland, Flora and Pickens | ||
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| Bentonia | Pickens | Pickens |
| Madison |  | Pickens |
| Madison | Madison | Brandon |
| Madison 10.4 miles | Ridgeland 14.2 miles | Flora 17.4 miles |
| Pickens 20.2 miles | Bentonia 20.3 miles | Flowood 20.5 miles |
| Jackson 22.5 miles | Brandon 22.5 miles | Pearl 22.9 miles |
| Pelahatchie 23.2 miles | Lena 25 miles | Clinton 25.3 miles |
| Goodman 26.1 miles | Richland 26.9 miles | Morton 27.7 miles |
| Yazoo City 28.7 miles | Carthage 30.2 miles | Bolton 30.6 miles |
| Satartia 30.7 miles | ||
Distance between Canton and other main cities and towns
| New York City : 1048 miles | Los Angeles : 1630 miles | Chicago : 655 miles |
| Houston : 373 miles closest | Phoenix : 1278 miles | Philadelphia : 970 miles |
| San Antonio : 548 miles | San Diego : 1576 miles | Dallas : 395 miles |
| San Jose : 1827 miles | Fort Worth : 426 miles | Austin : 484 miles |
| Jacksonville : 518 miles | Columbus : 694 miles | Indianapolis : 540 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Elementary schools in Canton
Canton Elementary School
District of Canton Public School DistrictLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 473
Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School
District of Canton Public School DistrictLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 484
Luther Branson School
District of Madison County School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 234
Madison Crossing Elementary
District of Madison County School DistrictLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 680
Mc Neal Elementary School
District of Canton Public School DistrictLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 532
Reuben B. Myers Canton School Of Ar
District of Canton Public School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 490
Middle schools in Canton
Huey L. Porter Middle School
District of Canton Public School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 347
Nichols Middle School
District of Canton Public School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 402
Shirley D. Simmons Middle School
District of Madison County School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 188
High schools in Canton
Canton Public High School
District of Canton Public School DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 855
Private schools in Canton
Canton Academy
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12Students : 285