Living in Calhoun County, Mississippi
By Kaspar Caldwell, REALTOR® · Reviewed
What it's like living in Calhoun County, Mississippi: local highlights near Pittsboro, getting around, home prices and $0 down eligibility.
Short answer
Known for sweet potatoes, celebrated each year at the Vardaman Sweet Potato Festival. Wide-open rural land and small towns like Pittsboro, Bruce and Calhoun City. Much of the county is USDA-eligible for $0 down.
Key takeaways
- Known for sweet potatoes, celebrated each year at the Vardaman Sweet Potato Festival.
- Wide-open rural land and small towns like Pittsboro, Bruce and Calhoun City.
Highlights
- Known for sweet potatoes, celebrated each year at the Vardaman Sweet Potato Festival.
- Wide-open rural land and small towns like Pittsboro, Bruce and Calhoun City.
Homes and prices
34 homes were for sale in USDA-eligible parts of Calhoun County under $325,000 as of October 8, 2026. Browse them on the county page or ask Kaspar Caldwell, REALTOR®, to send matches.
Frequently asked questions
What is the county seat of Calhoun County?
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Pittsboro
Is Calhoun County USDA-eligible?
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Much of it. Check each address on the USDA map.