Living in Monroe County, Mississippi

By Kaspar Caldwell, REALTOR® · Reviewed

What it's like living in Monroe County, Mississippi: local highlights near Aberdeen, getting around, home prices and $0 down eligibility.

Short answer

Aberdeen and Amory sit along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. Historic downtowns and rural land for those wanting room to spread out. Much of the county is USDA-eligible for $0 down.

Key takeaways

  • Aberdeen and Amory sit along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway.
  • Historic downtowns and rural land for those wanting room to spread out.
Monroe County, Mississippi (county seat: Aberdeen).

Highlights

  • Aberdeen and Amory sit along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway.
  • Historic downtowns and rural land for those wanting room to spread out.

Homes and prices

83 homes were for sale in USDA-eligible parts of Monroe 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 Monroe County?

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Aberdeen

Is Monroe County USDA-eligible?

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Much of it. Check each address on the USDA map.