1.7% of Mississippi is ineligible for rural development USDA home loans.
Postal code 38871 is used by homes and businesses in and around Thaxton, Mississippi, and covers 141.2 square kilometers. There are no significant geographical USDA loan restrictions within this area.
USDAProperties.com can help you determine precisely what properties are inside USDA loan eligibility boundaries.
Contact realtors familiar with this area. For high resolution boundaries click the map icon to zoom in on postal (zip) code 38871
Or use the search form to find your favorite counties, cities and zip codes in Mississippi.
Interested in some fun facts and history about Thaxton, MS?
Read on!
Thaxton is a small rural village located in Pontotoc County, Mississippi. Here are some interesting facts about Thaxton:
1. Thaxton was founded in 1870, and it was named after Dr. Thomas Thaxton, who was an early settler in the area.
2. The village had a population of 646, according to the 2020 census.
3. The village sits at an elevation of 371 feet above sea level.
4. The village has a post office that has been in operation since 1908.
5. The Thaxton Baptist Church, which was founded in 1909, is one of the most prominent landmarks in the village.
6. Thaxton is home to the Thaxton Cemetery, which is the final resting place of many of the village's early settlers.
7. The village is served by the South Pontotoc School District, which includes South Pontotoc Elementary School and South Pontotoc High School.
8. Thaxton is located near the famous Natchez Trace Parkway, a scenic drive that runs from Natchez, Mississippi, to Nashville, Tennessee.
9. The village is known for its annual Thaxton Day festival, which features food, music, and games for visitors of all ages.
10. Thaxton is a peaceful and friendly community that offers a great quality of life to its residents.
The USDA Rural Development staff are dedicated to assisting rural Mississippi communities through housing, business, and community programs. Their mission is to increase economic opportunity and improve the quality of life for all rural Americans.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Mississippi