The Laurel, MS Metro Area is a vibrant and diverse region with a population of 83,780 people and a population density of 61.50 people per square mile. This makes it one of the most densely populated regions in the United States. The area is home to many well-known businesses such as PepsiCo, KLLM Transport Services Inc., and Sysco Corporation. There are also many year round outdoor activities available to residents including camping, fishing, and hiking at nearby Bienville National Forest. For those interested in engaging with local demographic organizations there is the Black Belt Community Foundation which works to improve quality of life for residents in South Mississippi through education, health care and economic empowerment programs. Sports fans will be delighted by the variety of local sporting events available in Laurel including the USA Water Ski Nationals each July and Mississippi Braves Baseball games throughout the summer months.
The population in Laurel Metro Area is 83,780. There are 61 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Laurel Metro Area is 38.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Laurel Metro Area is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Laurel Metro Area
- 49.5% are married
- 11.5% are divorced
- 27.5% are married with children
- 22.0% have children, but are single
Race in Laurel Metro Area
- 61.0% are White
- 33.9% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.2% claim Other
- 3.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.9% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander