Living in Forrest County, Mississippi

Forrest County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 75,944, part of the Hattiesburg, MS MSA metro area. The main communities are Petal.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $970/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $170K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 63°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Forrest County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 33 and a predominantly working-class population (28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.