Byram is a cdp located in Hinds County, in the state of Mississippi (MS), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 17.8 square miles (46.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 265 ft. With a population of approximately 7,386 residents, Byram offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.62% males and 51.38% females, and it has a population density of 414.94 people per square mile (160.21/km²). Byram lies at a latitude of 32.19 and a longitude of -90.27, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (17.8%), followed by English (8.8%), German (6.9%), and Scotch-Irish (3.1%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39212.