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Hattiesburg, MS
Hattiesburg · Forrest County · MS 39401
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$115K
Median Price
6/100
Walk Score
N/A
Schools
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
FSchools
0/100
CQuietness
60/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
6/100
WYLT Score36/100
Our Take
Hattiesburg offers very affordable housing and a low flood risk, but the lack of schools, poor walkability, and limited public transit make everyday life a bit of a hassle for most people. If you’re okay with driving everywhere and can manage the low‑income environment, it might work for a few years.
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The Good
- ✓Extremely affordable median home price of $115,300
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Median household income close to the national rural average
- ✓Access to the University of Southern Mississippi and local jobs
Real Talk
- !No public schools rated in the area—children would need to travel far for education
- !Walkscore of 6 means almost all errands require a car
- !Limited public transit options; no bus routes listed
- !High unemployment rate (1581 unemployed out of 20960 in labor force) and low median income
- !Not many dining or nightlife options close by
- $Higher car insurance and maintenance costs due to heavy car use
- $Utility bills can be higher than state average
- $Potential need for a reliable vehicle to reach grocery stores and work
Best For
First‑time homebuyers with a tight budgetIndividuals willing to drive for most errandsLocal job seekers near the university or regional employersPeople who prefer a quiet, small‑city feel over metropolitan amenities
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
Hattiesburg, MS
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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