Naval Air Station Meridian 255 Rosenbaum Avenue Naval Air Station Meridian, MS 39309 Phone 601-679-2447 / 601-679-2574 Phone (DSN) 312-637-2447 Fax 601-679-2160 Fax (DSN) 312-637-2160 Email Website

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Location

Naval Air Station, Meridian Mississippi is approximately 15 miles northeast of the city of Meridian, in Lauderdale County, between State Highways 39 and 45. The town of Meridian, Mississippi dates back to the early 1800s and is a charming city with a rich history.

Meridian is a very military-friendly town, and the local community has rallied around NAS Meridian through several rounds of BRAC (Base Realignment and Closure), to prevent the base being moved or shut down. NAS leadership maintains a healthy relationship with local community leaders, and organizations such as the Navy League work to support our local military personnel.

Meridian has a diverse population of around 40,000, moderate climate, excellent medical facilities, and low cost of living (2008 cost of living index was 82.6, compared to the national average of 100). Mississippi's crime rate is below the national average, and Meridian has the lowest crime rate in the state. Meridian's location offers easy access to several large, metropolitan areas (including New Orleans, Memphis, Atlanta, Birmingham, Dallas, and the Gulf Coast). The base operator's phone number is 601-679-2211, or DSN 312-637-2211.