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About Hazlehurst
Hazlehurst is the county seat of Copiah County, about 35 miles south of Jackson on I-55, with roughly 3,600 residents. It rose to prominence in the 1860s as a station on the New Orleans, Jackson & Great Northern Railroad, received its charter in 1865, and became county seat in 1872.
Home prices in Hazlehurst
Home prices in Hazlehurst vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Hazlehurst
- Robert Johnson birthplace monument (downtown, by the courthouse).
- Historic Hazlehurst Depot and downtown.
- Antebellum and Greek Revival homes (including the Cook House, NRHP).
- Copiah County courthouse.
Commuting from Hazlehurst
- Approximate drive to downtown Jackson: ~40–45 minutes north via I-55 (about 35 miles).
Schools in Hazlehurst
Public schools: Hazlehurst City 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.
Hazlehurst FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Hazlehurst, MS?
Home prices in Hazlehurst vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Hazlehurst, MS?
Approximate drive to downtown Jackson: ~40–45 minutes north via I-55 (about 35 miles). - Which school district serves Hazlehurst, MS?
Hazlehurst is served by Hazlehurst City 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.