State Symbols Guide

Mississippi

The South State • Official symbols, facts, and history.

Abbreviation
MS
Capital
Jackson
Population
2,961,279
Statehood
1817
Region
South
Symbols
1
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Official State Symbols

Northern Mockingbird
State Bird

Northern Mockingbird

Adopted 1944

Mimus polyglottos

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📊 Quick Facts

Official Name
Mississippi
Abbreviation
MS
Capital City
Jackson
Population
2,961,279
Statehood Date
December 10, 1817
Region
South
Number of Symbols
1

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