Jackson metro, MS relocation guide
Moving to Edwards, MS
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About Edwards
Edwards is a small railroad town in western Hinds County, established in the mid-1800s and named for local landowner and politician Dick Edwards. It grew around the rail line that brought trade west toward Vicksburg, and Union forces occupied the area during the Vicksburg Campaign.
Home prices in Edwards
Home prices in Edwards vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Edwards
- Champion Hill Battlefield — site of the May 16, 1863 battle, the decisive fight of Grant's Vicksburg Campaign; markers, the battle-scarred Coker House, and the "Hill of Death" at Champion Hill Missionary Baptist Church.
- Edwards Historic District — preserved 19th-century commercial buildings.
- Edwards Town Park — recreational space and community events.
- Big Black River crossings — Civil War history and fishing access nearby.
Commuting from Edwards
- Approximate drive to downtown Jackson: ~35–40 minutes east via I-20 (about 25 miles).
Schools in Edwards
Public schools: Hinds County 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.
Edwards FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Edwards, MS?
Home prices in Edwards vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Edwards, MS?
Approximate drive to downtown Jackson: ~35–40 minutes east via I-20 (about 25 miles). - Which school district serves Edwards, MS?
Edwards is served by Hinds County School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.