Pontotoc 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 26,726 people, with a population density of about 53.77 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 497.00 square miles (1,287.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Pontotoc, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Pontotoc.
Geographically, Pontotoc County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Pontotoc 501 ft and its lowest point at Ecru 355 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.