Laurel, MS B

Population: 17,375
Home Price: $88,900

Overview

Laurel is a small city in the state of Mississippi with a population of 17,375. Laurel has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors

Quality of Life Summary

  • Area Size: Small City
  • Living Costs: Medium Cost
  • Employment: (D) Fair
  • Cultural Diversity: (B) Good
  • Residents: Young Professionals
  • School Rating: (D) Fair
  • Safety Rating: (F) Poor
  • Public Transport: (D) Fair
  • Average Commute: 18.9 minutes
  • Walkability: (C) Average
  • Climate: Hot Summer and Mild Winter
  • Shopping Mall: Yes
  • Near Beach or Lake: Yes
  • Near Mountains: -
  • Near Parks & Green Space: Yes

Social and Economic Statistics of Laurel, MS

Employment and Income Laurel Mississippi United States
Per Capita Income $22,138 $23,075 $32,693
Median Household Income $33,149 $43,206 $65,483
Unemployment Rate 5.4% 7.8% 5.7%
Poverty Rate 27.5% 19.4% 10.5%
Age Laurel Mississippi United States
Median Age 37.2 38.3 42.3


Gender Laurel Mississippi United States
Male 48.0% 47.4% 49.8%
Female 52.0% 52.6% 50.2%


Race Laurel Mississippi United States
White 32.3% 53.2% 80.3%
Black or African American 65.8% 40.9% 7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native 0.0% 1.3% 2.7%
Asian 0.0% 0.7% 1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 0.0% 0.1% 0.2%
Other Race 1.5% 1.5% 2.7%
Multiracial 0.5% 2.3% 5.2%
Housing Information Laurel Mississippi United States
Median Home Price $88,900 $103,931 $208,542
Median Monthly Rent $512 $521 $801
Family Households 30.5% 30.5% 48.6%
Nonfamily Households 44.6% 44.6% 26.2%
Homeowners 63.8% 67.5% 72.9%
Renters 36.2% 32.5% 27.1%
Education Laurel Mississippi United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent 8.9% 12.6% 7.5%
Some College, no Degree 34.1% 34.1% 34.0%
Associate's Degree 18.3% 20.7% 21.2%
Bachelor's Degree 8.7% 10.0% 9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree 12.5% 12.1% 15.0%
Proficiency Laurel Mississippi United States
Mathematics 42.6% 42.8% 46.8%
Reading/Language Arts 36.8% 38.0% 50.7%

Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People

Violent Crime Laurel Mississippi United States
Murder 10.8 9.9 3.0
Rape 75.8 35.9 38.0
Robbery 113.7 58.9 40.7
Assault 476.4 226.3 188.5


Property Crime Laurel Mississippi United States
Burglary 1380.5 684.8 336.1
Theft 2652.8 2347.0 1913.7
Vehicle Theft 297.8 189.5 167.1
Arson 5.4 10.0 10.5

Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Laurel, MS

  • liquor
  • food truck
  • mexican food
  • poultry
  • fresh veggies
  • bacon
  • pizza
  • mexican
  • restaurant
  • blue cheese
  • ice cream
  • grocery
  • beef jerky
  • jamaican
  • burgers
  • cajun
  • gourmet burgers
  • seasoning
  • gourmet
  • fried chicken
  • baseball
  • high school football
  • country music
  • basketball
  • football
  • video games
  • olympic sports
  • major league
  • college athletics
  • fantasy football
  • soccer
  • athlete
  • soccer players
  • mma
  • casual fans
  • mlb
  • teams
  • recruiting
  • coaches
  • nfl
  • collection
  • sculpture
  • movie memorabilia
  • kalat acc
  • poster
  • collages
  • nft
  • studios
  • creativity
  • designs
  • fashion
  • collectibles
  • fanart
  • artistic
  • canvas
  • prints
  • literature
  • museum
  • painting
  • craft
  • other genres
  • video games
  • classic cars
  • movie memorabilia
  • anime
  • adventures
  • rpgs
  • collectibles
  • books
  • dd
  • fitness
  • sports
  • radio show
  • booking
  • pyrotechnic
  • producer
  • celebrity
  • tv
  • broadcasting
  • studios
  • films
  • hollywood
  • lifestyle
  • amenities
  • corporate
  • outdoor
  • comedy
  • fashion
  • pop culture
  • influencer
  • indie
  • sports
  • summer
  • air conditioning
  • patio
  • beach
  • tent
  • wildlife
  • mountains
  • swimming
  • enrichment
  • amenities
  • pet friendly
  • picnic
  • winter
  • aviation
  • ski
  • arts
  • nature
  • space
  • new arrivals
  • butcher shop
  • shop online
  • coffee shop
  • old navy
  • liquor store
  • christmas shopping
  • dollar store
  • yard sale
  • food truck
  • retail
  • grocery store
  • free shipping
  • afterpay
  • gas station
  • fully stocked
  • restaurant
  • dollar tree
  • resell
  • kancan

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