Lake town, Mississippi
Official LSAD Designation: Lake town • Census GEOID: 2838600
• Newton County / Scott County
Lake town is an incorporated town in Newton County, Scott County, Mississippi. According to official records from the Census (2025), Lake town had an estimated population of 470 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Lake town (GEOID 2838600).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
Town Of Lake
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 39, LAKE MS 39092-0039
County Of Newton
County
Official Title:
County Administrator
Address:
PO BOX 68, DECATUR MS 39327-0068
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $32,143 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $77,000 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 5.06 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).