Living in Perry County, Mississippi

Perry County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 12,277, part of the Hattiesburg, MS MSA metro area. The main communities are Beaumont, New Augusta.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,220/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $133K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.4%.

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

Perry County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.