Tupelo, Mississippi

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Tupelo, Mississippi

Name

Tupelo, Mississippi

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Tupelo is a city in Lee County, Mississippi, known as the birthplace of Elvis Presley. It was the first city to receive electricity from the Tennessee Valley Authority in 1934, earning it the nickname 'The First TVA City'. The city serves as a major commercial and cultural hub for the northern region of the state.

Statistics

Area

167.53 km²

Population

37,923

Location