Carthage city, Mississippi
Official LSAD Designation: Carthage city • Census GEOID: 2811780
• Leake County
Carthage city is an incorporated city in Leake County, Mississippi. According to official records from the Census (2025), Carthage city had an estimated population of 4,864 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Carthage city (GEOID 2811780).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Carthage
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
212 W MAIN ST, CARTHAGE MS 39051-4142
County Of Leake
County
Official Title:
Comptroller
Address:
PO BOX 595, CARTHAGE MS 39051-0595
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,864 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $42,254 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $154,800 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 9.29 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).