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Hattiesburg, MS is a vibrant city offering affordable living with the average two bedroom rent costing $970. Groceries are even more affordable, with the grocery cost index in Hattiesburg being 94 versus 100 in the US. Those looking to move into the area will find plenty of local companies to work for such as Southern Tire Mart and Keesler Federal Credit Union. In their free time, residents can enjoy a visit to The Longleaf Trace or explore Hattiesburg Zoo at Kamper Park. There is something for everyone in this bustling city.

Hattiesburg has an unemployment rate of 6.3%. The US average is 6.0%.

Hattiesburg has seen the job market increase by 1.2% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 36.7%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Hattiesburg
- The Sales Tax Rate for Hattiesburg is 7.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Hattiesburg is 5.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
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Income and Salaries for Hattiesburg
- The average income of a Hattiesburg resident is $19,338 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Hattiesburg resident is $38,293 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyHattiesburg, MississippiUnited States
  6.36
  -3.6%-6.2%
  36.7%33.5%
  7.0%6.2%
  5.0%4.6%
  $24,878$37,638
  $38,293$69,021
  $48,339$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.0%1.2%
  0.3%0.5%
  4.7%6.8%
  10.7%10.0%
  0.5%2.5%
  11.6%11.0%
  3.0%4.8%
  0.4%0.8%
  1.1%1.9%
  1.8%4.7%
  2.8%1.9%
  2.7%7.6%
  0.1%0.1%
  5.8%4.2%
  16.5%9.3%
  11.4%14.0%
  2.9%2.1%
  15.6%7.0%
  4.2%4.8%
  3.9%4.7%
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Over 8 years ago

Hattiesburg is generally a pleasant city to live in and raise a family, and is a convenient for several weekend destinations, but I'm seriously contemplating a move.  More

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Hattiesburg experiences virtually all of the extremes in weather. The summers are hot and humid. Fall is still pretty nasty, except for the latter part of September.  More

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I grew up in Hattiesburg but have lived in many US & Int'l cities. There is an oddity about Hattiesburg. Many of the average citizens behave cliquishly, live beyond  More

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