Fernwood, Mississippi


Fernwood is a census-designated place and unincorporated community in Pike County, Mississippi, United States. Its ZIP code is 39635.
It was first named as a CDP in the 2020 Census which listed a population of 286.

History

Fernwood was developed in the late 1880s by the Enochs family as a company town for Fernwood Lumber Company.

Geography

Climate

The climate at Fernwood is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year. The Köppen Climate Classification subtype for this climate is "Cfa"..

Education

It is in the South Pike School District.
Pike County is in the district of Southwest Mississippi Community College.

Notable person