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Hattiesburg, MS
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Hattiesburg, MS
At a Glance
How Hattiesburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hattiesburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hattiesburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hattiesburg residents earn a median household income of $44,140 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,410. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,988 business establishments, including 195 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hattiesburg is $153,600 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $218,065. Median rent is $995/month, with 32.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Hattiesburg reports 231 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,492/100K. The murder rate is 4.4/100K.
Education
35.0% of adults in Hattiesburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hattiesburg has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.