Lands of America data lists more than $3 billion in land, homesites and other rural acreage for sale in the Magnolia State. The combined size of land for sale in the state is almost 636,000 acres. Of Mississippi's 82 counties, Pearl River County had the most rural property and land for sale. There were 2,388 acres of sold land in Mississippi recorded last month through the Lands of America sales program. This reflects a rise in sales activity over data from the month before. The most land sales in the state last month were recorded in Clay and Panola County. The Magnolia State incorporates over 50 wildlife management areas, in addition to nine national wildlife refuges, where hunters gun for white-tailed deer, waterfowl, wild hogs, and wild turkeys. Generous seasons and bag limits, along with robust conservation efforts, make this a popular hunting destination. Over 100 public lakes, 123, 000 stream miles and 255, 000 freshwater acres—not to mention, Gulf Coast access—make for some unforgettable fishing experiences, too. The state has also been ranked among the ten best states for the cost of living by U.S. News & World Report. In terms of size, Mississippi is the country's 32nd-largest state, covering an area of 48,434 square miles (31 million acres). Of its total landmass, 46,923 square miles is made up of land, while the remaining 1,509 square miles is made up of water. Wildlife to be found on land for sale in Mississippi include whitetail deer, turkey, dove, ducks, hog, and quail. Fishermen have their pick of bass and catfish.