Mississippi
212
Local Posts
70
Counties Served
0
With Websites
211
With Phone
Contact Information Coverage
Top Counties by Legion Posts
Hinds County
38 posts
Smith County
12 posts
Washington County
8 posts
Pontotoc County
7 posts
Monroe County
6 posts
Winston County
6 posts
Harrison County
5 posts
Lincoln County
5 posts
Union County
5 posts
Jackson County
4 posts
Veteran Population
187,072
Total Veterans
6.3%
of Population
164,843
Male Veterans
22,229
Female Veterans
Veterans by Service Era
| Era | Veterans | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Post-9/11 | 38,047 | 20.3% |
| Gulf War Era | 83,345 | 44.6% |
| Vietnam Era | 57,376 | 30.7% |
| Korean Conflict | 9,747 | 5.2% |
| World War II | 2,410 | 1.1% |
| Peacetime | 4,384,943 | 22.4% |
About Mississippi
With its rich cultural heritage, Mississippi provides various benefits for veterans, including tax exemptions, educational programs, and healthcare services.