Ridgeland is a city located in Madison 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 15.9 square miles (41.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 353 ft. With a population of approximately 20,173 residents, Ridgeland offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 47.34% males and 52.66% females, and it has a population density of 268.74 people per square mile (489.86/km²). Ridgeland lies at a latitude of 32.42 and a longitude of -90.12, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (10.3%), followed by English (10.9%), German (7.1%), and Scotch-Irish (4%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39157.