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Laurel, MS

Mississippi · Jones County

Laurel is a small city in Mississippi with a population of 17,129. Residents earn $37,781 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,129 Population 928/sq mi density
$37,781 Median Income $27,893 per capita
$110,200 Home Value $143,159 Zillow
$839 Median Rent 39.1% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
677 Violent Crime/100K 4,331 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$37,781 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,200 home value, $839/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
677 violent crimes/100K (78% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $37,781
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,200
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 677/100K
78% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.4%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.9%
109% higher than US avg

How Laurel Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population17,129
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density928/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 29%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,781
Per Capita$27,893
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty25.9%
County GDP$3,600M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,200
Rent$839
Ownership61.1%
Zillow$143,159
Housing Units7,710
Rent Burden39.1%

Crime

F
Violent677/100K
Property4,331/100K
Murder10.8/100K
Assault476/100K
Burglary1,381/100K

Health

Obesity47.4%
Uninsured15.4%
Smoking20.1%
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain59.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation281 ft (86 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score4.64

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute17 min
Broadband71.2%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Laurel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laurel receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Laurel has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laurel is $37,781, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.9% 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.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Laurel is $110,200, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 677 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,331 per 100,000, 121% above the national average.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Laurel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Laurel has a population of 17,129 with a density of 928 people per square mile, spread across 18.5 square miles. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. The city is predominantly Black (64.7%), with 29.1% White, 1.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.9% of residents, while 5.1% speak Spanish. 5.3% of the population are veterans. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,129
Total Population
928
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
18.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Laurel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Laurel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laurel is $37,781, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,893 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $916, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,434 business establishments, including 134 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Laurel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,781
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,893
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$61,231
Gini Index0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.9%
109% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,434
County GDP$3,600M

Business (County)

Restaurants134
Healthcare122
Retail261
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,283
6% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Laurel is $110,200, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,159, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 61.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 7,710 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $3,283. 39.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,200
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,159

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% below US avg
Rent Burden39.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.1%
Owner-Occupied61.1%
Renter-Occupied38.9%
Housing Units7,710
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,283
6% below US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Laurel, 47.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.1% of residents, above the national average. 48.3% have high blood pressure. 20.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.8% report binge drinking. 41.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.4% report depression. 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 15.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,023. The dentist ratio is 1:1,752. 53.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-25)

PM2.5
6.2
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
6.7
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
2.8
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
57.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.5
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
123.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Laurel vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.4%
48% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure48.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.9%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.8%
Physical Inactivity41.4%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.5%
Uninsured15.4%
79% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,023
Dentists1:1,752
Mental Health1:586
Checkup Rate81.5%
Dental Visits7.3%
Premature Death13,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities122
Laurel has a violent crime rate of 677 per 100,000 residents, 78% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 476.4 per 100,000, robbery at 113.7, rape at 75.8. The murder rate is 10.8 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,331 per 100,000, 121% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,653, burglary at 1,381, vehicle theft at 298 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Laurel receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Laurel vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent676.7/100K
78% above US avg
Murder10.8/100K
72% above US avg
Rape75.8/100K
Robbery113.7/100K
Assault476.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,331.1/100K
121% above US avg
Burglary1,380.5/100K
Theft2,652.8/100K
Vehicle Theft297.8/100K
Arson5.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents76
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Laurel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 59.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 281 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation281 ft (86 m)
Area18.5 sq mi (47.8 km²)
Population Density928/sq mi
Coordinates31.6951°N, 89.1450°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJones County County
Nearest AirportHattiesburg/Laurel Regional (PIB)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.6"
57% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.26"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score80.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability77.7 / 100
Community Resilience40.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jul 16, 1993 2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama M3.7 76 km
Mar 25, 1996 11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi M3.5 66 km
Jun 24, 1998 11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama M3.4 144 km
Mar 22, 2005 9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama M3.3 104 km
May 3, 2015 7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 130 km
Jun 29, 2015 6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.2 130 km
May 16, 2008 10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama M3.1 90 km
May 3, 2015 8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi M3.0 134 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi M3.0 58 km
May 21, 2002 7 km ESE of York, Alabama M3.0 121 km
Aug 9, 2019 Mississippi M2.8 125 km
May 7, 1998 9 km SSE of Bellamy, Alabama M2.8 123 km
Aug 17, 2015 9 km N of Madison, Mississippi M2.6 131 km
Mar 11, 2006 3 km NW of Epes, Alabama M2.6 146 km
Sep 5, 2000 2 km NNE of Sweet Water, Alabama M2.5 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 2 287 km
2021 Ida Category 4 199 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 40 km
2020 Sally Category 2 193 km
2017 Nate Category 1 145 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 286 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 202 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 33 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 292 km
2004 Ivan Category 3 141 km
1998 Georges Category 2 124 km
1997 Danny Category 1 187 km
1995 Opal Category 3 236 km
1995 Erin Category 2 198 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 277 km
1988 Florence Category 1 267 km
1985 Elena Category 3 127 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

771 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 61 fatalities, 1,506 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 12, 2020 EF4 64 km 7
Feb 10, 2013 EF4 55 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 50 km 7
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 39 km 0
Feb 28, 1987 EF4 24 km 6
Mar 12, 1986 EF4 88 km 0
Apr 18, 1978 EF4 94 km 4
Mar 26, 1976 EF4 83 km 0
Dec 2, 1967 EF4 91 km 2
May 1, 1953 EF4 95 km 2
Jun 18, 2023 EF3 38 km 1
Nov 30, 2022 EF3 73 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 98 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 4 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 52 km 0
Dec 16, 2019 EF3 53 km 0
Jan 21, 2017 EF3 65 km 4
Dec 23, 2014 EF3 84 km 3
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 81 km 0
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 7 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WHITE DOG (12,306 ac, 2005).

Year Name Acres Distance
2005 WHITE DOG 12,306 64 km
2008 UNNAMED 10,363 88 km
2013 UNNAMED 10,170 79 km
2014 UNNAMED 9,932 65 km
2010 DESOTO 0902 8,713 83 km
2015 UNNAMED 7,059 81 km
2014 UNNAMED 6,802 83 km
2005 UNNAMED 6,712 65 km
2000 COW PEN 6,502 64 km
2010 CRIPPLE CHINOOK 6,035 65 km
2005 UNNAMED 5,819 60 km
2018 UNNAMED 5,803 76 km
2008 UNNAMED 5,657 69 km
1987 MACHINE GUN 5,601 65 km
1990 PIERCES CREEK 5,544 66 km
2020 369 D 5,362 61 km
2005 UNNAMED 5,062 27 km
2013 UNNAMED 4,999 27 km
2018 UNNAMED 4,991 61 km
2014 UNNAMED 4,899 70 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (9°C) 5.9 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 4.9 in
March 58°F (14°C) 6.3 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 5.3 in
May 71°F (22°C) 4.9 in
June 78°F (26°C) 3.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.4 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in
September 76°F (24°C) 4.0 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in Driest
November 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in
December 49°F (10°C) 5.5 in

Laurel has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and October the driest (3.3").

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Laurel is located in Jones County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 20.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 39% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73% of the vote, a 46.8-point margin. 71.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 122 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents76
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score4.64
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density928/sq mi
Total Area18.5 sq mi
CountyJones County County

Services

Broadband Access71.2%
Avg Download Speed48.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants134
Retail Stores261

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%
Average costs for common services in Laurel. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $218 ($131–$348)
Specialist Visit $305 ($174–$479)
Urgent Care Visit $174 ($87–$305)
Emergency Room Visit $1,914 ($696–$4,350)
Dental Cleaning $113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling $218 ($131–$348)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $65 ($44–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement $261 ($131–$435)
Tire Rotation $35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4) $522 ($348–$870)
Battery Replacement $174 ($87–$305)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $87 ($52–$131)
Electrician (Per Hour) $78 ($44–$122)
HVAC Repair $348 ($131–$696)
HVAC System Install $6,090 ($3,480–$10,440)
Roof Repair $870 ($348–$1,740)
Roof Replacement $7,830 ($4,785–$13,050)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,305 ($435–$3,045)
Divorce (Contested) $13,050 ($4,350–$26,100)
DUI Defense $4,350 ($1,740–$8,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,305 ($696–$2,610)
Will Preparation $435 ($174–$870)
Trust Preparation $2,175 ($870–$4,350)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full) $131 ($65–$218)
Manicure $22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44–$113)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.57 ($2.61–$4.79)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.05 ($2.18–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread $3.31 ($2.18–$4.79)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.92 ($2.61–$5.66)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.79 ($3.48–$6.53)
Rice (per lb) $0.87 ($0.52–$1.57)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $122 ($70–$218)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$131)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly) $74 ($44–$131)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,740 ($1,044–$3,045)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($6.96–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $87 ($26–$218)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$65)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,044 ($522–$2,175)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $870 ($435–$1,740)
After-School Care (Monthly) $348 ($174–$609)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $870 ($348–$2,175)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,875 ($4,350–$26,100)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $87 ($44–$174)
Dog Grooming $52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter $261 ($131–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter $174 ($87–$348)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$503
Toddler$458
Preschool$458
Family Childcare (monthly)
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jones County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 8,147 57 $55,120 3.49
Retail Trade 2,882 278 $31,136 1.02
Accommodation & Food Services 2,128 144 $16,974 0.82
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,793 133 $41,286 0.44
Construction 1,039 111 $64,301 0.70
Wholesale Trade 822 76 $63,907 0.73
Administrative & Waste Services 797 39 $40,193 0.48
Transportation & Warehousing 694 52 $55,949 0.58
Finance & Insurance 614 90 $60,216 0.53
Mining & Oil/Gas 567 50 $85,427 5.28
Other Services 426 93 $44,808 0.50
Utilities 302 16 $78,828 2.80
Agriculture & Forestry 230 23 $44,941 1.00
Real Estate 211 47 $53,299 0.48
Arts & Entertainment 183 15 $19,878 0.38
Information & Technology 140 9 $59,454 0.26
Educational Services 91 10 $67,645 0.16

Colleges & Universities in Laurel

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Southeastern Baptist College Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's 116 $5,925 $5,925
Hatfield's Mississippi College of Beauty Culture Private For-Profit · Certificate 76

Hospitals in Laurel

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
SOUTH CENTRAL REG MED CTR Acute Care Hospitals 1/5 Yes (601) 426-4000

Schools in Laurel

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL High 1,516 106 14.3:1
WEST JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 1,022 76 13.4:1
NORTHEAST JONES HIGH SCHOOL High 988 84 11.8:1
NORTH JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 859 60 14.3:1
EAST JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 772 58 13.3:1
LAUREL HIGH SCHOOL High 708 37 19.1:1
LAUREL MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 555 35 15.9:1
OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 480 29 16.6:1
GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 430 34 12.6:1
MASON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 345 26 13.3:1
LAUREL MAGNET SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Elementary 329 24 13.7:1
LAUREL UPPER ELEMENTARY Elementary 295 26 11.3:1
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Radio Stations near Laurel

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WXRR Classic Rock 104.5 FM classic rock, rock AAC+ 32 kbps
SL100 pop, top 40 AAC

Campgrounds Near Laurel

1 campgrounds found near Laurel.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Turkey Fork Recreation Area 4.3/5 21 $20–$40

National Parks Near Laurel

5 national parks and monuments found near Laurel.

ParkTypeFee
Bladon Springs State Park State Park Free
Clarkco State Park State Park Free
Golden Memorial State Park State Park Free
Paul B. Johnson State Park State Park Free
Roosevelt State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Laurel

8 trails found near Laurel.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
LONGLEAF HORSE TRAIL - YELLOW 12.6
LONGLEAF TRAIL - RED 10.5
LITTLE TIGER ATV TRAIL 9.6
LONGLEAF HORSE TRAIL 6.3
TALL PINES DISCOVERY 2.1
TURKEY FORK HIKING TRAIL 0.9
LITTLE TIGER ATV CUT THOUGH 0.8
LITTLE TIGER WARM UP SEGMENT 0.2

Museums in Laurel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EASTMAN MEMORIAL FOUNDATIONART MUSEUM565 N 5TH AVE6016496374
EULA BASS LEWIS ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
JONES COUNTY GENEALOGY ORGANIZATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAUREN ROGERS MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM6016496374
SOUTHERN HISTORICAL & RESTORATION NETWORKHISTORIC PRESERVATION6015836316
TIMBER MUSEUM OF THE PINE BELTGENERAL MUSEUM
VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6014284008

Libraries in Laurel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LAUREL-JONES COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM, INC.530 COMMERCE STREET0.090,537

Farmers Markets in Laurel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Laurel Farmers Market05/31/2018 to 07/26/2018Thu: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Laurel

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baymont Laurel
Budget Inn
Days Inn
Hampton Inn & Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Restaurants in Laurel

11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

320 Fifth Street
Del Sol Mexican
Hog Heaven BBQ
Julia's Taqueria
McAlister's Deli
Mr. T's Dairy Bar
Pasquale's Italian Restaurant
Pizza Hut
Restaurante La Palma
The Alamo Bar & Grill
Waffle House

Cinemas in Laurel

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Southwest Theaters Sawmill Square 5

Theatres in Laurel

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Laurel Little Theatre

Monuments in Laurel

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Confederate Soldier

Clinics in Laurel

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

South Central Urgent Care & Industrial Medicine

Gas Stations in Laurel

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Circle K
Exxon
Exxon
Kroger
Murphy USA
Rapad Express
Shell

Banks in Laurel

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cadence Bank
Western Union

Shopping Malls in Laurel

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sawmill Square Mall

Golf Courses in Laurel

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Laurel Country Club

Nursing Homes in Laurel

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
LAURELWOOD COMM LIVING CENTER
1036 WEST DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 60 40 4/5 3/5 5/5 6014253191
CARE CENTER OF LAUREL
935 WEST DR
For profit - Corporation 120 100 3/5 2/5 3/5 6016498006
COMFORT CARE NURSING CENTER
1100 WEST DRIVE
Government - County 126 126 2/5 3/5 1/5 6014220022

Pharmacies in Laurel

13 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 5777 501 NORTH 16TH AVENUE 601-428-0408
DIKETS PROFESSIONAL DRUGS 1107 JEFFERSON STREET 601-425-2527
FAMILY HEALTH CENTER - LAUREL CLINIC 117 SOUTH 11TH AVENUE 601-425-3033
KROGER 2340 HIGHWAY 15 NORTH 601-426-9812
QUINN PHARMACY 3160 AUDUBON DRIVE 601-428-0688
READ DRUGS 1592 HIGHWAY 15 NORTH 601-426-3238
SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 1220 JEFFERSON STREET 601-426-4000
THIRTEENTH AVENUE PHARMACY 216 SOUTH 13TH AVENUE 601-428-7257
THOMAS PHARMACY 170 BEACON STREET 601-428-5977
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 501 1621 STATE HIGHWAY 15 NORTH 601-649-4670
WALGREENS - 9037 419 NORTH 16TH AVENUE 601-425-5808
WALLACE DISCOUNT DRUGS 520 NORTH MAGNOLIA STREET 601-428-4334
WELLS PHARMACY 320 CENTRAL AVENUE 601-426-2362

EV Charging Stations in Laurel

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Domino's #5925713 N 16th AveAMPUP2J1772private
Scotsman General Store300 Central AveNon-Networked4J1772public

Cell Towers in Laurel

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3804 HIGHWAY 528 WEST (77181)GTOWER125
Hwy 29 South (Ellisville MS)196133426TOWER120
6344 Highway 84 WestTOWER93

Fire Stations in Laurel

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Laurel Fire Department314 Ellisville BLVDCareer601-428-6597
M & M Volunteer Fire Department19 Masonite Lake RDVolunteer601-422-5602
Powers Volunteer Fire Department2071 HWY 184Volunteer601-428-3187
Shady Grove Volunteer Fire Department134 Old Highway 15 NVolunteer601-649-1251

Bridges in Laurel

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196012035,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196012035,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195927535,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195912535,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196018430,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195912520,000F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete continuous196019518,000F
CulvertConcrete19862018,000G
CulvertConcrete19862218,000G
CulvertConcrete19862218,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20091,97917,500G
CulvertConcrete19813017,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20091,98017,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198166217,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198128217,000G
SlabConcrete196021016,500G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete continuous196019516,500G
SlabConcrete196021016,500G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete continuous195960010,000F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete continuous195960010,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19836829,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19831229,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19863529,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19863529,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19862029,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19862029,000G
CulvertConcrete1940247,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19921627,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19921627,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1929535,100G
CulvertConcrete2010234,600G
CulvertConcrete1998264,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19704003,850F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19945523,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19941623,700G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete continuous19643033,700G
SlabPrestressed concrete20202003,300G
CulvertConcrete1997223,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19601643,100P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20103203,000G
Channel BeamConcrete1978762,500F
CulvertConcrete1958302,500G
Channel BeamConcrete1986382,500G
Channel BeamConcrete19632782,400P
Channel BeamConcrete19781142,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19682202,400F
Channel BeamConcrete1963762,400P
Channel BeamConcrete20201312,400G
Channel BeamConcrete1974382,400P
CulvertConcrete1958302,200F
CulvertConcrete1970481,900G
CulvertConcrete1989221,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20094881,900G
Channel BeamConcrete2018931,800G
Channel BeamConcrete1972951,800F
Channel BeamConcrete1974571,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20094951,700G
Channel BeamConcrete2003381,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19602001,500F
Channel BeamConcrete1963951,400P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20043611,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20031201,150G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20031591,150G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20031201,150G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20093641,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1976120900F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1976300900F
Channel BeamConcrete197695890F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1978300800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1978120800G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2004480750G
Channel BeamConcrete1970190500F
Channel BeamConcrete196057420P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber199346400F
Channel BeamConcrete2012160320G
Channel BeamConcrete196795300P
Channel BeamConcrete196895300F
Channel BeamConcrete196431220P
Channel BeamConcrete199595210P
Channel BeamConcrete1997124200G
CulvertConcrete199849140G
CulvertConcrete197926100G
CulvertConcrete199936100G
CulvertConcrete20013480G
Channel BeamConcrete19843860P
Channel BeamConcrete19665760P

Amtrak Stations in Laurel

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Laurel, MS230 North Maple StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Laurel

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI ELECTRIC POWER ASSOCIATION, MOSELLE PLANT308 MOSELLE-SEMINARY RDJONES

Airports Near Laurel

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal AirportHBGMedium Airport
Hattiesburg Laurel Regional AirportPIBMedium Airport
Key Field / Meridian Regional AirportMEIMedium Airport
Beets AirportSmall Airport
Bird Nest AirportSmall Airport
Clarke County AirportSmall Airport
Columbia-Marion County AirportSmall Airport
Freedom StripSmall Airport
G V Montgomery AirportSmall Airport
Hesler Noble FieldLULSmall Airport
I H Bass Jr Memorial AirportSmall Airport
James H Easom FieldSmall Airport
Jolley FieldSmall Airport
Magee Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Morgan FieldSmall Airport
Ora AirportSmall Airport
Payne AirportSmall Airport
Porter AirportSmall Airport
Puff AirparkSmall Airport
Richton Perry County AirportSmall Airport
Rose FieldSmall Airport
Shelby Auxiliary Field OneSmall Airport
Smith County AirportSmall Airport
Thigpen FieldSmall Airport
Waynesboro Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Laurel

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Ellisville Police Department
Heidelberg Police Department114 West Park Street
Jones County Sheriff419 Yates Avenue
Laurel Police Department317 Mason Street

Grocery Stores in Laurel

60 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Alliance Energy Industries 2Convenience Store313 S 16th Ave
Alliance Investments Llc 4Convenience Store3649 Highway 15 N
Babbs One Stop LLCConvenience Store3222 N 5th Ave
Blues Super Store 1Convenience Store1725A Susie B Ruffin Ave
Caesar Food Mart LLCConvenience Store1016 Ellisville Blvd
Circle K 2723392Convenience Store905 Chantilly St
Clark Oil 44Convenience Store1304 Chantilly St
Clark's 46Convenience Store708 Chantilly St
Clark's Exxon 6Convenience Store2521 Ellisville Blvd
Clarks 47Convenience Store3200 Audubon Dr
Clarks 48Convenience Store3705 Highway 15 N
Clarks 49Convenience Store2831 Highway 84 W
Clarks 5Convenience Store320 S 16th Ave
Clarks 53Convenience Store2515 Ellisville Blvd
Clarks 54Convenience Store1612 Highway 184
Clarks 55Convenience Store205 S 16th Ave
Clarks 56Convenience Store1621 W 10th St
Clarks 57Convenience Store2917 Highway 15 N
Clarks 58Convenience Store1251 Hillcrest Dr
Corner Market 6062Supermarket3144 Audubon Dr
CVS Pharmacy 5777Other501 N 16th Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 1715Other1926 Highway 15 N
DOLLAR GENERAL 10018Other4644 Indian Springs Rd
Dollar General 10322Other91 Eastview Dr
Dollar General 12294Other1072 Highway 15 S
DOLLAR GENERAL 13069Other848 S 16th Ave
Dollar General 13456Other3103 Audubon Dr
Dollar General 13588Other301 Carroll Gartin Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 18387Other702 Susie B Ruffin Ave
Dollar General 30289Other619 Highway 15 S
Dollar General 31106Other877 Lower Myrick Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 4813Other317 N 16th Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 6553Other4511 Highway 15 N
Dollar Tree 478Other1600 Highway 15 N
Family Dollar 10026Other806 S 16th Ave
Family Dollar 13853Other1020 Highway 15 S
Family Dollar 1628Other304 Mason St
Faststop 7Convenience Store1037 Highway 15 N
Fins Too Seafood & Specialty MeatsSpecialty Store1313B W 6th St
Ford Farms And Produce 1Specialty Store4006 Highway 15 N
Grocery Depot 6066Supermarket170 Leontyne Price Blvd
Grocery Depot 6069Supermarket2339 Highway 15 N
Jarrochita Bakery & Grocery LLC 1Grocery Store2920 Highway 15 N
KROGER 355Super Store2340 Highway 15 N
La Moreliana Meat Market 1Grocery Store1500 N 5th Ave
La Moreliana Meat Market 3Grocery Store2929 Ellisville Blvd
Laurel Hot SpotConvenience Store1600 Brown St
Minit Mart 17227Convenience Store460 Highway 15 S
Mrs. Mary's Market LlcOther212 Central Ave
Murphy Express 8547Convenience Store1598 Highway 15 N
One Stop 2Convenience Store449 Front St
Paw Paw's GroceriesConvenience Store949 Masonite Dr
Piggly Wiggly 623Supermarket321 N 16th Ave
Q.R 10th Street MarketConvenience Store1227 W 10th St
Quick SaveConvenience Store868 S 16th Ave
Roses 205Other946 N 16th Ave
Tienda La Libertad 1Grocery Store1514 W 10th St
Tienda Tacana#3 1Grocery Store3160 Ellisville Blvd
WALGREEN 9037Other419 Martin Luther King Blvd
Walmart Supercenter 501Super Store1621 Highway 15 N

Post Offices in Laurel

0 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress

DOL Wage Violations in Laurel

53 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $866,584 in back wages owed to 773 employees.

53
Violations
$866,584
Back Wages Owed
773
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
M & M Line Clearance SIGNIFICANT 39441 1 $194,172 $6,696 29
Carson Line Service SIGNIFICANT 39441 1 $111,846 $9,320 12
Howard Industries, Inc. Transformer Division 39440 1 $99,172 $612 162
Paul's Discount Glass & Tire, Inc 39440 1 $62,114 $2,823 22
Jones County E911 39440 2 $52,414 $1,747 30
L & D Scrap & Trucking, Inc. 39440 1 $44,162 $5,520 8
Jones County Emergency Operations Center 39440 1 $43,256 $2,403 18
Western Sizzlin, LLC. 39440 1 $34,728 $1,021 34
Jones County Medical Supplies, Inc. 39441 1 $34,247 $978 35
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living of Laurel 39440 1 $32,719 $1,022 32
Southeast Mississippi Drug Task Force 39440 1 $26,551 $5,310 5
Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living, Inc. 39440 1 $14,656 $262 56
Cottonwood Manor 39443 2 $12,912 $340 38
Alliance Energy 39440 2 $11,816 $269 44
Jones County Sheriff's Department 39440 2 $11,215 $1,869 6
Ramada Inn & Convention Center Wyndham Hotels 39440 1 $10,623 $590 18
Baymont Inn and Suites 39440 1 $8,848 $590 15
Complete Security Solutions 39443 1 $8,613 $615 14
Pasquales 39440 1 $8,398 $290 29
West Quality Food Service, Inc. 39440 1 $7,748 $215 36
HOWARD INDUSTRIES, INC. [OSHA] Howard Industries Inc. 39440 Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing 1 $4,799 $4,799 1
Holiday Inn Express & Suites IHG 39440 1 $4,540 $649 7
Blue's Super Stores #3 39440 1 $3,713 $1,856 2
Ramada Inn Wyndham Hotels 39443 1 $2,230 $319 7
Lone Oak Apartments 39443 1 $2,190 $1,095 2
WAYNE FARMS, LLC [OSHA] Wayne Sanderson Farms 39440 Poultry Processing 2 $2,071 $1,035 2
Fragrance N Fashion 39443 1 $1,952 $325 6
R & R Rentals and Hot Shot 39443 1 $1,887 $270 7
Econo Lodge Choice Hotels 39440 1 $1,788 $596 3
The Loft 39440 1 $1,719 $123 14
B&K of Mississippi, INc (Super 8) 39440 1 $1,404 $117 12
Cottonwood Manor Assisted Living 39443 1 $867 $145 6
Alliance Energy and Gas Station 39440 1 $852 $852 1
Subway #39405 Wal-Mart/Laurel Subway 39440 1 $830 $166 5
Subway #49857/N. Laurel Subway 39440 1 $743 $149 5
Landmark Landscaping 39440 1 $652 $109 6
Laurel Corner Market #9062 39440 1 $641 $49 13
Tender Touch Adult Care 39440 1 $472 $472 1
Jones County Medical Supply, Inc 39441 1 $401 $201 2
Chateau Transportation Company 39440 1 $400 $133 3
Chateau ADC/Personal & Respite Care 39440 1 $391 $98 4
HC Services 39440 1 $320 $320 1
Sound Insurance Solutions, LLC 39440 1 $260 $130 2
Rodeway Inn 39440 2 $223 $223 1
Super 8 Motel Wyndham Hotels 39440 1 $204 $102 2
Bumpers Drive-In 39440 1 $200 $200 1
Grocery Depot 9302 Roberts Company, Inc. 39440 1 $161 $32 5
David's Market & Grocery 39443 1 $115 $38 3
West Quality Food Services, Inc 39442 1 $87 $87 1
Panda Express 39440 1 $70 $70 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Laurel

47 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AGAPE CHURCH OF JONES COUNTY415 CENTRAL AVE
AUDUBON DRIVE BIBLE CHURCH2601 AUDUBON DR
BACK TO JERUSALEM INC616 W 21ST ST
BAPTIST MISSIONARY ASSOCIATION OF MISSISSIPPI FOUNDATION INCPO BOX 4247
BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH OF LAUREL838 REID RD
CHILDRENS BREAD356 WATERMILL RD
CHRISTIAN ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL EVANGELISM & MISSIONS MINISTRYPO BOX 223
COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH1317 PARKER DR
CRESTWOOD DAYCARE635 HIGHWAY 15 S
DIVINE MINISTRY INC824 N 1ST AVE
EAST 10TH STREET CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 1106
ENDOWMENT FUND OF THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF LAUREL INCPO BOX 2636
FAITH ARENA CHURCH130 COLLINS RD
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH FOUNDATION OF LAUREL INCPO BOX 4452
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH LAURELPO BOX 2636
FIRST CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 582
FISHERS OF MEN BIBLE AND MUSIC CENTERS1400 W 5TH ST
GENE DOUGLAS BY FAITH MINISTRIES320 J P PARKER RD
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE CHURCH OF GOD IN MISSISSIPPIPO BOX 1276
GLORY HOUSE GLOBAL OUTREACHPO BOX 503
GRACE INTERNATIONAL WORLD OUTREACHPO BOX 1952
GULF COAST BIBLE CAMP INC250 PINE LANE RANCH RD
HEARTHSIDE CHAPEL INCORPORATED935 WEST DR
HOSANNA MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 2939
HOUSTON RD BAPTIST CHURCH217 HOUSTON RD
IGNITE CHURCH1916 SANDY LN
KINGSTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD4637 HIGHWAY 15 N
LIFE CHURCH5021 HIGHWAY 84 W
LOVE MINISTRIES INC40 CLAIRMONT CIR
MILL CREEK CHURCH OF GOD2245 MILL CREEK RD
MISION CRISTIANA ELIM41 DON CURT RD
MISSING PEACE MINISTRYPO BOX 1895
MOSS FIRST CHURCH OF GOD249 JASPER HIGHWAY 537
MYRICK ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH3301 HIGHWAY 84 E
NEW JERUSALEM FULL GOSPEL CHURCH INC431 N COOKS AVE
RAIN DOWN MINISTRIES724 HIGHWAY 533
SALEM HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 2758
SALVATION IN CHRIST CHURCH385 AUDUBON DR
SOUTHEASTERN BAPTIST COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC4229 HIGHWAY 15 N
SOUTHEASTERRN BAPTIST COLLEGE INC4229 HIGHWAY 15 N
ST JOHN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH827 S 8TH AVE
SUNLIGHT MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH196 FRIENDSHIP RD
TIME IS NOW CHURCH IN CHRIST1769 QUEENSBURG AVE
VALIANT CALL MINISTRIES688 JOE PERRETT RD
VALLEY KINGDOM WORSHIP CENTERPO BOX 6351
WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH1200 HIGHWAY 15 N
WORSHIPPER MINISTRIES221 STRENGTHFORD PLEASANT GROVE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Laurel

What is the population of Laurel?

Laurel has a population of 17,129 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 928 people per square mile, spread across 18.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Laurel expensive to live in?

Laurel is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $37,781, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,200 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Laurel safe?

Public safety is a concern in Laurel, with a violent crime rate of 677 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,331 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Laurel receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Laurel?

Laurel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Laurel?

Laurel has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $916. There are 1,434 business establishments in the area, including 134 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 4.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Laurel?

The median home value in Laurel is $110,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,159. For renters, the median monthly rent is $839. Fair market rent is $782 for a 1-bedroom and $924 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.1%. The average annual property tax is $3,283.

How are the schools in Laurel?

Schools in Laurel have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 20.4% of adults in Laurel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Laurel?

The obesity rate in Laurel is 47.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.1% of adults are smokers. 41.4% are physically inactive. 18.4% of residents report depression. 15.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 53.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,023.

What is transportation like in Laurel?

The average commute in Laurel is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Laurel?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Laurel is 29.1% White, 64.7% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 94.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.1% speak Spanish. 5.3% of the population are military veterans. 19.3% of residents have a disability. 87.5% have health insurance coverage.

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