Laurel city, Mississippi
Official LSAD Designation: Laurel city • Census GEOID: 2839640
• Jones County
Laurel city is an incorporated city in Jones County, Mississippi. According to official records from the Census (2025), Laurel city had an estimated population of 17,662 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Laurel city (GEOID 2839640).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Laurel
Municipal
Official Title:
Public Relations
Address:
PO BOX 647, LAUREL MS 39441-0647
County Of Jones
County
Official Title:
County Administrator
Address:
PO BOX 1468, LAUREL MS 39441-1468
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,662 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $47,661 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $125,800 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 18.45 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).