Helena
Census-designated place in Jackson County, Mississippi

Helena is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Jackson County, Mississippi, with 983 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 10 ft (3 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Escatawpa, 2.4 miles W.
- 983residents (2020 Census)
- 10 ftelevation · 3 m
- 4.2 sq miland area · 10.8 km²
- 235 / sq mipopulation density
- 39562ZIP code
About Helena
Helena is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Jackson County, Mississippi, United States. It is part of the Moss Point Metropolitan Statistical Area. Per the 2020 Census, the population was 983.
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- Median household income
- $101,750
- Median home value
- $189,600
- Median age
- 54.6
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Helena had 983 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 983 |
|---|---|
| Density | 235 per sq mi (91 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Helena at a glance
| State | Mississippi (MS) |
|---|---|
| County | Jackson County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 983 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.19 sq mi (10.8 km²) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 30.4881° N, 88.5056° W |
| ZIP code | 39562 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2831460 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Helena
- Escatawpa2.4 mi W
- Moss Point4.6 mi S
- Big Point7.2 mi N
- Pascagoula9.3 mi S
- Grand Bay, AL9.7 mi E
- Wade10.2 mi N
- Gautier10.8 mi SW
- Vancleave10.8 mi W
- Hurley12.1 mi N
- Bayou La Batre, AL15.5 mi E
- Gulf Park Estates16.8 mi SW
- Ocean Springs17.9 mi W
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Helena
What county is Helena in?
Helena is in Jackson County, Mississippi.
What is the population of Helena, MS?
983 people lived in Helena at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Helena, MS?
The ZIP code of Helena is 39562.
What is the elevation of Helena?
10 feet (3 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Helena?
Escatawpa (2.4 mi), Moss Point (4.6 mi), Big Point (7.2 mi), Pascagoula (9.3 mi), Grand Bay (9.7 mi).
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