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Drew, Mississippi
City · Population 1,678 · #111 in Mississippi
About Drew
Drew is a small town in northwestern Mississippi, home to 1,678 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Drew is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1.12 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,498 residents per square mile.
📰 Drew News Today
- Convenience at the Crossroads nacsmagazine.com · Aug 3
- Drew shooting suspect caught and booked - more information on the recent homicide deltanews.tv · May 12
- Obituary for Russie Daniel McIntyre Ray Funeral Home · Jul 8
- Janney B Fleming Obituary Jun 14, 2026 Cleveland Funeral Home · Jun 14
- Dr. Edrika Shanae Thigpen Obituary (2026) - Drew, MS - WMC Legacy obituary · Aug 11
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Drew Unique
- The only place in America named Drew — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in northwestern Mississippi, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Mississippi — one of 427 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 12 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Drew
- Stafford's Market & Deli
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏫 Schools in Drew
- A W JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- DREW HUNTER MIDDLE SCHOOL
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateMississippi
TypeCity
Population (2024)1,678
Rank in state#111 of 299
Land area1.12 sq mi
Density1,498/sq mi
Coordinates33.8101, -90.5304