Mississippi · Metropolitan Area
Hattiesburg is a mid-size city in Mississippi with a population of 48,507. Residents earn $44,140 per year, which is 41% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hattiesburg receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hattiesburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Hattiesburg is $44,140, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Hattiesburg is $153,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $995 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Hattiesburg is below the national average at 261 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,758 per 100,000, 194% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Hattiesburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,140 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,410 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $991 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,334 |
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.0% |
| 85% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,988 |
| County GDP | $4,841M |
| Restaurants | 195 |
| Healthcare | 202 |
| Retail | 320 |
| Manufacturing | 57 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,583 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.98% |
| Commute Time | 17.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
| Census Median | $153,600 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $218,065 |
| Census Median Rent | $995 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,321 |
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| Owner-Occupied | 36.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,583 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.98% |
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.1% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.4% |
| Premature Death | 13,611/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 202 |
| Total Violent | 260.8/100K |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Murder | 23.0/100K |
| 264% above US avg | |
| Rape | 43.8/100K |
| Robbery | 83.5/100K |
| Assault | 110.6/100K |
| Total Property | 5,758.4/100K |
| 194% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 830.4/100K |
| Theft | 4,779.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 148.1/100K |
| Arson | 4.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.4°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 64.4 inches |
| 70% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 53.4 sq mi (138.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 908/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3073°N, 89.3174°W |
| County FIPS | 28035 |
Winner: Republican by 17.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.0% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 908/sq mi |
| Total Area | 53.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 16 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 20 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 202 |
| Restaurants | 195 |
| Retail Stores | 320 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Avg Commute | 17.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |