Interested in fun facts and the history of Poplarville, MS?
Then read on!
- As of the 2010 census, Poplarville had a population of 2,894 people.
- The village was named after the abundant poplar trees that grew in the area.
- Poplarville is home to Pearl River Community College, a two-year college that offers various degree programs and vocational training.
- The village has a historic downtown area with buildings dating back to the early 1900s.
- Poplarville hosts the Blueberry Jubilee festival every June, celebrating the local blueberry industry.
- The village is known for its outdoor recreation, including hunting, fishing, camping, and hiking in the nearby DeSoto National Forest.