Living in Pearl River County, Mississippi

Pearl River County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 55,191. The main communities are Picayune, Poplarville, Lumberton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $765/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $207K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 64°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Pearl River County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.