Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Hattiesburg: The most populous city in Forrest County, Mississippi.
About
Hattiesburg is a city located in the county of Forrest in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 45,989 and a population density of 327 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 45,806 inhabitants.
The city was created 144 years ago in 1881.
Quick Facts about Hattiesburg
| Population | 45,806 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Forrest County |
| Phone Area Codes | 601 |
| Area | 140.55 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.3271,-89.2903 |
| Altitude | 171 feet / 52 meters |
| Capital city | Hattiesburg is capital of Forrest County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1882 (144 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 15:33:29 (15th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 39401 |
| Density | 326 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.4% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 60℉ Patchy Fog 7-days weather |
Geography
Hattiesburg is located at 31°19'38"N 89°17'25"W (31.3271200, -89.2903400).
Hattiesburg map
icon to open full mode. View satellite images
Weather
Patchy fog after 5am. Mostly clear, with a low around 60. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Hattiesburg
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Hattiesburg decreased by 0.4% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 45,989 | - | census |
| 2011 | 46,313 | 0.7% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 46,635 | 0.69% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 46,855 | 0.47% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 46,420 | -0.94% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 46,329 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 46,396 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 46,052 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 45,872 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 45,863 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 45,806 | -0.12% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Hattiesburg
1Hattiesburg City Hall
200 Forrest St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 View details
Phone: +16015454500 | Website available
2Hattiesburg City Mayor
200 Forrest St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 View details
Phone: +16015454501 | Website available
3Hattiesburg City Sewer Department
900 James St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 View details
Phone: +16015454530 | Website available
4Hattiesburg City Purchasing
220 W Front St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 View details
Phone: +16015454513 | Website available
5Hattiesburg City Tax Division
200 Forrest St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 View details
Phone: +16015454522 | Website available
6Hattiesburg Personnel Department
200 Forrest St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 View details
Phone: +16015454571 | Website available
7USDA Rural Development
113 Fairfield Dr # 220, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, United States View details
Phone: +16012613293 | Website available
People born in Hattiesburg (92)
People born in Hattiesburg, including musician Van Dyke Parks, United States Navy officer Jesse L. Brown, athletics competitor Barbara Ferrell, .
More notable people
- Taylor Spreitler (American actress) she was born in 23/10/1993
- Shelby Cannon (US tennis player) he was born in 19/08/1966
- Kenny Rayborn (American baseball player) he was born in 22/11/1974
- Henry Winston (American communist leader (1911-1986)) he was born in 02/04/1911
- Bobby Bryant (American trumpeter) he was born in 19/05/1934
- Paul B. Johnson (American politician (1916-1985)) he was born in 23/01/1916
- Martin Sennet Conner (Mississippi governor, Southeastern Conference commissioner, lawyer (1891-1950)) he was born in 31/08/1891
- Danny Manning (American basketball player and coach) he was born in 17/05/1966
- Tim Floyd (American basketball player and coach) he was born in 25/02/1954
- Joey Gathright (American baseball player) he was born in 27/04/1981
- Moushaumi Robinson (American sprinter) she was born in 13/04/1981
- Purvis Short (American basketball player) he was born in 02/07/1957
- Todd Grisham (American wrestling announcer) he was born in 09/01/1976
- Dorothy Dell (American actress) she was born in 30/01/1915
- Craig Tatum (American baseball player) he was born in 18/03/1983
- Fred Lewis (American baseball outfielder) he was born in 09/12/1980
- John Lindsey (American baseball player) he was born in 30/01/1977
- Robert Carson (baseball player) he was born in 23/01/1989
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Hattiesburg, MS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 491233 | Unlimited Cosmetology School | Hattiesburg (MS) | 39401 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Hattiesburg, MS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HBG | Hattiesburg station | 308 Newman St. | RAIL |
| HBI | Hattiesburg, MS | 7297 US Highway 49 | BUS |
| LAU | Laurel station | 230 North Maple Street | RAIL |
| PIC | Picayune | US 11 at Tate Street | RAIL |
| GUG | Gulfport, MS | 10015 US Highway 49 | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Hattiesburg.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Hattiesburg Post Office | Hattiesburg (MS) | 39401 |
Other cities in Forrest County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Forrest County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Petal | 10,692 | Suburb city of Hattiesburg, located in Forrest County, Mississippi |
Distance to Other Cities
Hattiesburg distances to largest Mississippi cities