What state is MS?

MS = Mississippi

MS is the official two-letter USPS postal abbreviation for Mississippi. The capital is Jackson, and Mississippi is in the South region. See the full Mississippi profile for borders, nickname, symbols, and map practice.

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Quick facts

Abbreviation

Capital

Jackson

Region

South

Nickname

The Magnolia State

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FAQ

What state is MS?

MS is Mississippi.

Is MS Mississippi?

Yes. MS is the USPS postal abbreviation for Mississippi.

What is the capital of Mississippi?

The capital of Mississippi is Jackson.

Which states are easy to confuse with MS?

Watch for codes like MO, MN, MT, MA when you see MS.