Petal city, Mississippi
Official LSAD Designation: Petal city • Census GEOID: 2856800
• Forrest County
Petal city is an incorporated city in Forrest County, Mississippi. According to official records from the Census (2025), Petal city had an estimated population of 11,694 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Petal city (GEOID 2856800).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Petal
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 564, PETAL MS 39465-0564
County Of Forrest
County
Official Title:
Senior Planner
Address:
PO BOX 1310, HATTIESBURG MS 39403-1310
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,694 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $74,750 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $174,900 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 16.91 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).