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Hattiesburg Area Facts

  • Hattiesburg has a Livability Score of 78/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Hattiesburg crime rates are 151% higher than the Mississippi average
  • Cost of living in Hattiesburg is 5% higher than the Mississippi average
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Southern Living User Rating 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2015) Living in Hattiesburg, MS for 10 years has been a journey. There are some neighborhoods where I don't like to go, but if I visit the downtown area, I feel like I've stepped back in time. There are older houses, and the shops along the streets are quaint. Many of the shops are own ...Read More ed by people who sell their handmade crafts instead of bringing in items from larger supply chains.

When I first moved to the city from Utah, I noticed that there are several attractions that were outdoors, and there are numerous activities to do that are based on the history of the area. The Armed Forces Museum is a place to visit if you enjoy learning about the various departments in the military. There are memorials set up in the museum for those who have lost their lives while in the military as well as a history of how the departments began.

The Hattiesburg Zoo is another attraction where I like to go if I want to get out of the house. It's rather small compared to some zoos I have visited, but there are some adorable animals that you can see up close. You can also see some of the animals fed by the staff if you get there at the right time. Some of the attractions I have seen deal with African American history. There is an art gallery that features pieces done by African Americans who have lived in the area. Many of the restaurants serve foods that have a southern feel. It's very common to go to a restaurant and order a plate of fried chicken with a side of macaroni and cheese or even collard greens. Read Less
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      B- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Hattiesburg? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Veterans Park
      Town Square Park
      Smokestack Park
      Bell-Sandifer Leisure Park
      Memorial Garden
      San Antonio Field
      Oseola McCarty Park
      Magnolia Fitness / Leisure Park

      Entertainment

      Saenger Theater
      African American Military History Museum
      Eureka School Museum
      Hattiesburg Zoo
      Sarah Gillespie Museum
      Lucille Parker Gallery
      MM Roberts Stadium
      Pete Taylor Park

      Food & Drink

      Fairley's Wings & More
      Thirsty Hippo
      Hall Avenue Liquor Store
      Katie Express Food Mart
      Edward Street Package Liquors
      Keg and Barrel
      Hunt Brothers Pizza
      Wendy's

      C- Commute

      Is public transit available in Hattiesburg? Of all people who commute, 0.5% take public transportation in Hattiesburg.
      Drive to Work
      80%

      3% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Hattiesburg a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Forrest General Hospital
      Merit Health Wesley

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      Walmart Pharmacy
      Vital Care Compounder
      CVS Pharmacy
      Freedom Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walmart Supercenter

      Doctors

      Cloverleaf Immediate Care
      Pine Belt Periodontics