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Hattiesburg, MS

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Southern hospitality awaits in this charming college town

College Town Charming Diverse Affordable Public Transit

Welcome to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, known as the "Hub City." This community of nearly 49,000 residents combines historic charm with contemporary living. Home to the University of Southern Mississippi and William Carey University, Hattiesburg offers a blend of educational and cultural opportunities. The historic downtown district features preserved Victorian-era architecture that tells the story of the city's past. Current rental rates range from $914 for one-bedroom units to $1,460 for three-bedroom homes. Notable areas include the Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood District, which earned recognition from the American Planning Association, and the Midtown district near the university campus.

The city features several parks and outdoor spaces, complemented by cultural attractions like the Saenger Theatre. The African American Military History Museum, located in the country's only remaining USO Club built specifically for African American service members during World War II, preserves an important piece of American history. Each December, the Victorian Candlelit Christmas event illuminates the historic district with thousands of lights and traditional horse-drawn carriage rides. Located less than 100 miles from Jackson, the Gulf Coast, New Orleans, and Mobile, Hattiesburg earned its "Hub City" nickname in 1912 due to its position at the intersection of major railroad lines.

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Live in the heart of Hattiesburg.

Enjoy nature's bounty at Duncan Lake.

Greet your neighbors at local events.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Hattiesburg, MS is $741 for a studio, $926 for one bedroom, $1,081 for two bedrooms, and $1,415 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hattiesburg has increased by 1.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$926/month
755 Sq Ft
House
$1,476/month
951 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Hattiesburg, MS is 10.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Hattiesburg is 21.4% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $741 - $1,415. You can expect to pay 2.9% less for groceries, 7.3% less for utilities, and 8.4% less for transportation.

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Transportation

41

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

43

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Rowan Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

349 Students

Hawkins Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

298 Students

Oak Grove Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

764 Students

Longleaf Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

712 Students

Thames Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

532 Students

North Forrest High School

Public

Grades 7-12

342 Students

Dixie Attendance Center

Public

Grades PK-8

498 Students

Oak Grove Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,294 Students

N R Burger Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

529 Students

Lillie Burney Steam Academy

Public

Grades 6

275 Students

Oak Grove High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,777 Students

North Forrest High School

Public

Grades 7-12

342 Students

Blair Center Hattiesburg High

Public

Grades 9-12

964 Students

9th Grade Academy - HHS

Public

Grades 9

342 Students

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Restaurants

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Two of the top offerings for fine dining in the area include the Purple Parrot Cafe and Brownstone's. The Purple Parrot is the perfect place of a romantic evening. Both the menu and wine list have won numerous awards and recognitions. Menu choices include everything from lobster to red fish to lamb to steaks. Just next door is its sister eatery, Crescent City which also has excellent food but for those on a smaller budget. Located downtown, Brownstone's is a cozy place that offers some the best seafood outside of New Orleans. This is a place where you can try something a little different. Menu selections include crab claws, fried alligator, tuna, cajun pasta, steaks, and gumbo. The setting is small, without a cramped feeling, plus the open kitchen adds to the relaxed atmosphere. One unique feature is that this restaurant allows half-size portions, at nearly half-price. Less expensive but other great places to try in the area include The Keg and Barrel, LongHorn Steakhouse, Petra Cafe and Hookah, Movie Star Restaurant & Catering, The Depot Coffee House & Bistro, Edo Sushi Asian Cuisine, Glory Bound Gyro Company, Georgia Blue, Half Shell Oyster House, and Mrs. Butta Bean. Remember that this is a college town so there is no shortage of buffets, bars, and all night eateries.

Shopping

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Turtle Creek Mall, the leading shopping center in the southern Mississippi area is home to over 80 favorite stores including American Eagle Outfitters, Aeropostale, Bath & Body Works, Foot Locker, Gap, Hibbett Sports, New York & Company, and Victoria's Secret. The anchor stores are Belk, Dillard's, JCPenney, Sears and Stein Mart. A multi-million dollar renovation, completed in November of 2012 makes Turtle Creek one of the best places to shop with 100 miles. The downtown area offers a world of great craft and vaiety shows including A Gallery & Plums, Calico Mall Antiques, Go Young Fashion, Main Street Books, Sacks Outdoors, Southern Fried Comics, The Lucky Rabbit, Twin Forks Wine and Provisions, and Walnut Square Pharmacy & Old Time Gift.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.