Forest, Mississippi
Forest: city in Mississippi, United States
About
Forest is a city located in the county of Scott in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,684 and a population density of 168 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,483 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Forest
| Population | 5,483 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Scott County |
| Different from | forest |
| Postal code | 39074 |
| Phone Area Codes | 601 |
| Area | 33.93 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.3646,-89.4742 |
| Altitude | 476 feet / 145 meters |
| Capital city | Forest is capital of Scott County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 21:01:14 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 162 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.67% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Forest is located at 32°21'53"N 89°28'27"W (32.3645900, -89.4742300).
Forest map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 79. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Forest decreased by 3.67% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,684 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,732 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,716 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,691 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,722 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,683 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,644 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,641 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,593 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,536 | -1.03% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,483 | -0.97% | estimation process |
People born in Forest (11)
People born in Forest, including writer Lewis Nordan, comedian Cardis Cardell Willis, football player Duke Washington, .
More notable people
- Rashard Anderson (American football player) he was born in 14/06/1977
- Sheila Guyse (African-American singer, actress, and recording artist) she was born in 14/07/1925
- Todd Pinkston (Player of American football) he was born in 23/04/1977
- Marlo Perry (American football player) he was born in 25/08/1972
- Donald Grey Triplett (first person to be diagnosed with autism) he was born in 08/09/1933
- Mary Katherine Loyacano McCravey she was born in 01/04/1910
- Carla Lowry (American basketball player (1939-2015)) she was born in 17/07/1939
- Dollree Mapp she was born in 01/10/1923
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Forest, MS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175643 | East Central Community College | Decatur (MS) | 39327-0129 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Forest, MS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAN | Union Station | 300 W. Capital Street | RAIL |
| MEI | Union Station | 1901 Front Street | RAIL |
| LAU | Laurel station | 230 North Maple Street | RAIL |
| HAZ | Hazlehurst station | North Ragsdale Ave and East Conway St. | RAIL |
| YAZ | Yazoo City | West Broadway (SR149) and North Water Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Forest.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| For Post Office | Forest (MS) | 39074 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Forest, Virginia census-designated place in Bedford County, Virginia, United States with a population of 9,106 people.
- Forest, Ohio village in Ohio, United States with a population of 1,444 people.
- Forest, Indiana unincorporated community in Clinton County, Indiana with a population of 748 people.
- Forest, Wisconsin county in Wisconsin, United States with a population of 624 people.
- Forest, Louisiana human settlement in West Carroll Parish, Louisiana, United States of America with a population of 335 people.
Other cities in Scott County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Scott County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Morton | 3,522 | City in Scott County, Mississippi, USA |
| Lake | 327 | Town in Newton and Scott counties, Mississippi, United States |
| Sebastopol | 273 | Town in Leake and Scott counties, Mississippi, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Forest distances to largest Mississippi cities