Purvis, Mississippi is a small town located in Lamar County and has a population of 1,982 according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Despite its small size, Purvis is home to many local businesses, including The Cove restaurant, which serves classic Southern favorites; Country Pride Grocery Store; and Ricks Automotive Repair and Parts. Year-round outdoor activities are plentiful in this area - With the nearby Lake Serene providing plenty of options for fishing, swimming, boating, camping & more! There are also several parks located within Purvis city limits such as Memorial Park and Jinks Creek Recreation Area. Other organizations in the area include The Arts Council of Southeast Mississippi which provides educational opportunities for those interested in the performing arts and the Lamar County 4-H Club which provides mentorship to young people through rural living projects. Lastly, there are also several community sporting events held throughout the year such as baseball games at George Burditt Field and basketball tournaments at the Purvis High School Gymnasium.
The population in Purvis is 1,982. There are 473 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Purvis is 38.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Purvis is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Purvis
- 43.2% are married
- 10.7% are divorced
- 33.8% are married with children
- 20.9% have children, but are single
Race in Purvis
- 59.4% are White
- 28.4% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.7% claim Other
- 4.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 7.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander