Lauderdale County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 78,161 people, with a population density of about 111.02 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 704.00 square miles (1,823.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Meridian, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Meridian.
Geographically, Lauderdale County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Collinsville 450 ft and its lowest point at Nellieburg 332 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.