Osyka, MS is a small town in the south of Mississippi located in Pike County. It has a population of 363 people and a population density of 384 people per square mile. The town is known for its historic downtown area which is home to several local businesses such as Osyka Hardware, Osyka Country Store, and The Bus Stop Cafe. There are also plenty of year-round outdoor activities available including hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting adventures. Other local organizations include the Osyka Garden Club and the Osyka Lions Club which serve to enhance the beauty of the community while providing opportunities for local residents to gather together. Local sporting events are held throughout the year at the nearby University of Southern Mississippi and at Osyka High School which offers football, basketball, baseball and other sports teams.
The population in Osyka is 363. There are 343 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Osyka is 43.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Osyka is 3.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Osyka
- 36.7% are married
- 13.4% are divorced
- 26.1% are married with children
- 51.1% have children, but are single
Race in Osyka
- 53.1% are White
- 32.0% are Black
- 1.8% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 13.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander