Moving to Canton, MS

About Canton

Canton is the county seat of Madison County, about 25 miles north of Jackson on I-55, with roughly 11,000 residents (2020 Census). Laid out in 1834 and incorporated in 1836, it is one of Mississippi's best-preserved antebellum towns: the 1855 Greek Revival Madison County Courthouse — one of only seven pre–Civil War courthouses in the state still essentially unaltered — anchors a National Register courthouse-square district with more than 200 listed properties.

Home prices in Canton

The median listing price in Canton is $336,950.

Top places in Canton

• Historic courthouse square — 1855 Greek Revival courthouse, Italianate commercial buildings, antique shops and galleries.
• Canton Flea Market Arts & Crafts Show (held May and October on the square; the next edition set for Oct. 8, 2026).
• Canton Movie Museums — memorabilia from films shot in town.
• Canton Freedom House Civil Rights Museum — the only still-standing CORE Freedom House in Mississippi (Mississippi Freedom Trail marker, 2026).
• Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant (visible industry; tours by arrangement historically).

Commuting from Canton

• Approximate drive to downtown Jackson: ~30–35 minutes south via I-55 (about 25 miles).

Schools in Canton

Public schools: Canton Public School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Canton FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Canton, MS?
  The median listing price in Canton is $336,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
• How is the commute from Canton, MS?
  Approximate drive to downtown Jackson: ~30–35 minutes south via I-55 (about 25 miles).
• Which school district serves Canton, MS?
  Canton is served by Canton Public School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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