Flowood is a city located in Rankin 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 16.3 square miles (42.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 271 ft. With a population of approximately 4,750 residents, Flowood offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.54% males and 52.46% females, and it has a population density of 291.41 people per square mile (112.51/km²). Flowood lies at a latitude of 32.32 and a longitude of -90.11, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (15.9%), followed by English (10.9%), German (6.9%), and Scotch-Irish (3.6%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39208.