Hickory 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 0.9 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 326 ft. With a population of approximately 499 residents, Hickory offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.69% males and 55.31% females, and it has a population density of 536.56 people per square mile (207.17/km²). Hickory lies at a latitude of 32.32 and a longitude of -89.02, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.8%), followed by English (8.6%), German (5.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39332.