Starkville, Mississippi, located in Oktibbeha County, has a population of 39,759 according to the most recent census. At 138 people per square mile, it has a higher population density than the national average of 93 people per square mile. The city is home to several colleges and universities such as Mississippi State University and East Mississippi Community College. Local businesses include R&R Pawnshop & Gun Shop, Bank of Commerce, Craig's Fine Jewelry and Gifts, and McAlister's Deli. The area offers year-round outdoor activities such as biking, fishing in Oktibbeha County Lake, hiking at Mossy Oak Nature Trail or Old Waverly Golf Club. Other organizations in town include Starkville Area Arts Councils' events like Art Walk and community theatre performances; churches; various sports clubs; and historic sites like the Cotton District Museum. Local sporting events that take place throughout the year are Mississippi State Bulldogs Football games at Davis Wade Stadium or Thad Cochran Arena; Babe Ruth Softball tournaments; and the 5K Veterans Day Run/Walk for local Veterans charities.
The population in Starkville (zip 39759) is 44,057. There are 136 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Starkville (zip 39759) is 27.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Starkville (zip 39759) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Starkville (zip 39759)
- 40.5% are married
- 7.3% are divorced
- 29.5% are married with children
- 21.4% have children, but are single
Race in Starkville (zip 39759)
- 55.9% are White
- 37.6% are Black
- 3.3% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander