Pemiscot County, Missouri
Pemiscot County sits in Missouri’s Bootheel, known for its flat landscape and lush green fields in summer. Cotton farms stretch as far as the eye can see.
The Mississippi River forms the eastern border, carrying barges along its busy waters. Caruthersville, the county seat, blends small-town charm with riverboat gaming. Farming thrives here thanks to the region’s rich soil.
Floods have helped shape both the land and the people over the years. Residents are known for their resilience, overcoming challenges while maintaining a mix of Southern hospitality and Midwestern hard work.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Pemiscot County |
| County Seat | Caruthersville |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Caruthersville, Hayti, Steele, Bragg City, Holland, Deering, Wardell, Pascola |
| Interstates and Highways | I-55, US 61, US 412, MO 84 |
| Etymology | Named after a Native American word meaning “liquid mud” due to the swampy area |
| FIPS Code | 29-155 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 513 square miles (Land: 493 sq mi, Water: 20 sq mi) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Missouri |
| Coordinates | 36.2560° N, 89.8283° W |
| Major Landmarks | Lady Luck Casino Caruthersville, Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge, Caruthersville Public Library |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | New Madrid County (North), Lake County, Tennessee (Northeast), Dyer County, Tennessee (Southeast), Mississippi County, Arkansas (South), Dunklin County (West) |
| Population | Approximately 15,000 |
