
Houston, Mississippi, a historic and thriving city that has served as the nucleus of Chickasaw County’s civic, cultural, and daily life. Residents benefit from affordable homeownership, short commutes, and a strong sense of local tradition and pride. The area’s enduring character is highlighted by the state’s first Carnegie library (1909), the biannual Mississippi Flywheel Festival, and a celebrated educational culture—especially the innovative Solar Car Race Team from Houston High School, whose award-winning solar car has been featured in an IMAX film and displayed at the Smithsonian. It is located in the northeastern part of the state and sits about 30 miles southwest of Tupelo.
