Myrtle is a town located in Union 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 0.6 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 398 ft. With a population of approximately 407 residents, Myrtle offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.23% males and 55.77% females, and it has a population density of 714.04 people per square mile (275.69/km²). Myrtle lies at a latitude of 34.56 and a longitude of -89.12, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (31%), followed by English (6.1%), German (3.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 38650.