Cost of Living in Hattiesburg, MS
Population: 48,507 • 2026 Data
$44,140
Median Household Income
-43% vs national
$995
Median Monthly Rent
-26% vs national
$153,600
Median Home Value
-55% vs national
7.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Hattiesburg
The median home value in Hattiesburg, MS is $153,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $995, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $958.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Hattiesburg, MS is $44,140. The unemployment rate stands at 7.3%, with a labor force of 25,682 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.