Chunky is a town located in Newton 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 0.8 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 316 ft. With a population of approximately 344 residents, Chunky offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.42% males and 50.58% females, and it has a population density of 414.46 people per square mile (160.02/km²). Chunky lies at a latitude of 32.33 and a longitude of -88.93, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (21.8%), followed by English (0%), German (3.5%), and Scotch-Irish (2.3%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39323.