Elevation
Highest point in Mississippi
The highest point in Mississippi is Woodall Mountain, at 807 feet (246 meters) above sea level. It ranks 47th among the 50 state high points.
From Gulf of Mexico to Woodall Mountain
Mississippi spans about 807 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 0.86 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 211 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Mississippi · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Mississippi
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Meridian, MS | 344 | 105 |
| Jackson, MS | 279 | 85 |
| Tupelo, MS | 279 | 85 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | 171 | 52 |
| Gulfport, MS | 20 | 6 |
| Biloxi, MS | 20 | 6 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Mississippi?
The highest point in Mississippi is Woodall Mountain, at 807 feet (246 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 47th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Mississippi?
The lowest point is Gulf of Mexico, at sea level.
What is the average elevation of Mississippi?
The mean elevation of Mississippi is about 299 feet (91 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Woodall Mountain?
On a standard day about 29.06 inHg (984 hPa), 97% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 211 °F (99 °C).