Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 0.80 |
| Below Poverty | 19.8% ▲ 98% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.6% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 16% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 610 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 16,246 (25%) |
| Some College | 6,730 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 11,033 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 7,555 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,746 (35%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,020 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $184,506 ▼ 34% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,020/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 48,802 |
| Vacant Units | 5,195 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Forrest County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 113,154 residents. With a median age of 33.77, it is a relatively young county.
Forrest County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,020 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Forrest County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $184,506 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,019.
The residents of Forrest County are majority White (57%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 46.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Forrest County, MS is a solidly middle-class area in Mississippi. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39425 | Brooklyn | 2,458 | $67,059 | $192,100 | $530 | 11.3% | 31.7% |
| 39401 | Hattiesburg | 41,916 | $40,287 | $120,100 | $932 | 7.3% | 40.7% |
| 39402 | Hattiesburg | 43,756 | $71,254 | $255,400 | $1,183 | 4.3% | 56.1% |
| 39465 | Petal | 23,122 | $73,785 | $166,300 | $921 | 4.4% | 40.2% |