The Complete List of Cities and Towns in Mississippi That Start With C

This list includes 21 Cities and Towns in Mississippi that start with C, from “Caledonia” to “Crystal Springs”. Many are small, historic communities scattered across the state, often centered on railroads or county seats.

Cities and Towns in Mississippi that start with C are municipalities and notable communities beginning with the letter C. Many reflect Mississippi’s agricultural and railroad history, and they often keep vibrant local traditions.

Below you’ll find the table with Place, State, and Population (Year).

Place: The town or city name, listed alphabetically so you can quickly find a specific community.

State: Shows “Mississippi” for every entry, confirming the geographic scope of the list for your reference.

Population (Year): The latest official estimate or census figure with year, helping you gauge each place’s size.

Cities and Towns in Mississippi that start with C

Descriptions

Caledonia

Town in Lowndes County, incorporated community near Columbus; known for small‑town Mississippi charm and local schools.

Calhoun City

Town and county community seat area in Calhoun County; founded in the 19th century and known for historic downtown buildings.

Canton

City in Madison County; county seat known for its historic square and annual Canton Flea Market at the train depot.

Carthage

Town in Leake County serving as county seat; historic courthouse town in central Mississippi with ties to state history.

Centreville

Town straddling Wilkinson and Amite counties (primary: Wilkinson); small incorporated town with roots in the piney woods region.

Charleston

Town in Tallahatchie County; small Delta‑region town noted for local blues history and rural heritage.

Chickasaw

Town in Pontotoc County; incorporated community named for the Chickasaw people, near the Tupelo area.

Clarksdale

City in Coahoma County; major Delta city celebrated as a birthplace of the blues with museums and music venues.

Cleveland

City in Bolivar County; Mississippi Delta city home to Delta State University and strong musical and cultural traditions.

Clinton

City in Hinds County; suburban Jackson city known for historic districts, strong schools, and rapid postwar growth.

Coldwater

Town in Tate County; small incorporated town in north Mississippi with agricultural roots.

Coffeeville

Town in Yalobusha County; historic river‑community with antebellum sites near the Little Tallahatchie River.

Coahoma

Town in Coahoma County; small incorporated community in the Mississippi Delta region.

Como

Town in Panola County; small northwest Mississippi town known for local festivals and proximity to Sardis Lake.

Columbia

City (town-sized) in Marion County; county seat with historic downtown and a long history as a river‑region trading post.

Collins

City in Covington County; regional hub in south‑central Mississippi with local industry and annual community events.

Columbus

City in Lowndes County; regional center with a large historic district, antebellum homes, and Mississippi University for Women nearby.

Corinth

City in Alcorn County; historic northeast Mississippi city known for Civil War sites and as a transportation crossroads.

Crenshaw

Town in Kemper County; small incorporated town in east Mississippi with rural character.

Cruger

Town in Holmes County; very small incorporated community in the Mississippi Delta with agricultural surroundings.

Crystal Springs

City in Copiah County; historic city known for mineral springs, Victorian homes, and proximity to Jackson.