Purvis, Mississippi
Purvis: small city in Mississippi, U.
About
Purvis is a city located in the county of Lamar in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,175 and a population density of 216 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,398 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Purvis
| Population | 2,398 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Lamar County |
| Postal code | 39475 |
| Phone Area Codes | 601 |
| Area | 10.08 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.1432,-89.4098 |
| Altitude | 387 feet / 118 meters |
| Capital city | Purvis is capital of Lamar County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 19:45:48 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 238 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 9.3% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Purvis is located at 31°8'36"N 89°24'35"W (31.1432400, -89.4097900).
Purvis map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 79. Southeast wind 0 to 10 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Purvis increased by 9.3% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,175 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,229 | 2.42% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,256 | 1.2% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,290 | 1.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,315 | 1.08% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,335 | 0.86% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,343 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,342 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,378 | 1.51% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,392 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,398 | 0.25% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Purvis
1City of Purvis City Hall
101 Ruby Palmer St, Purvis, MS 39475 View details
Phone: +16017942472
2US Agricultural Department
235 MS-589, Purvis, MS 39475, United States View details
Phone: +16017945600 | Website available
People born in Purvis (3)
People born in Purvis, including actress and voice actress Lacey Chabert, Ronald J. Slay, actor John David Bennett, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Purvis, MS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 448017 | Institute of Health & Technology | Hattiesburg (MS) | 39402 |
Nearby Transit Stations (9)
Rail and bus stations connected to Purvis, 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 Purvis.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Purv Post Office | Purvis (MS) | 39475 |
Other cities in Lamar County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lamar County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| West Hattiesburg | 5,909 | Census designated place |
| Lumberton | 2,242 | City in Mississippi, United States |
| Sumrall | 1,926 | City in Lamar County, Mississippi, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Purvis distances to largest Mississippi cities