Laurel

Jones County, Mississippi

Population 66K |Median income $52,216 |1 hospital

Population

66,472

Jones County

Median Income

$52,216

-23% vs avg

Median Home Value

$143,100

-37% vs avg

Median Age

37.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

66K-2%

Median Income

$52,216+37%

Median Home Value

$143,100+70%

Poverty Rate

18.7%-19%

Unemployment

4%-46%

Economics

Median Rent

$869/mo

Poverty Rate

18.7% +32% vs avg

Unemployment 4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 20.7%

Work From Home 4.4%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 64.2%

African American 28.5%

Two or More Ethnicities 0.6%

Asian 0.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

46.5%

Obesity

41.6%

Physical Inactivity

36.2%

Short Sleep Duration

31.1%

Current Smoking

17.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

17%

Diabetes

16%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.4%

Binge Drinking

13.1%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 10.1%

Annual Checkup 81.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.9%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.1%

Stroke

4.7%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

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Average Rating

1/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

SOUTH CENTRAL REG MED CTR

LAUREL · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Laurel Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Laurel, MS? ▼

Laurel, MS has a population of 66,472 people, located in Jones County, Mississippi.

What is the median household income in Laurel? ▼

The median household income in Laurel, MS is $52,216 per year. The poverty rate is 18.7%.

What is the median home value in Laurel? ▼

The median home value in Laurel, MS is $143,100. Median rent is $869/month.

What are the top health concerns in Laurel? ▼

The top health indicators in Laurel include High Blood Pressure (46.5%), Obesity (41.6%), Physical Inactivity (36.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Laurel? ▼

Laurel has 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Laurel? ▼

The median age in Laurel, MS is 37.9 years. 20.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Laurel, MS is located in Jones County, Mississippi. With a population of 66K and a median household income of $52,216, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Laurel area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jones County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.