District 5, Mississippi
District 5 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 5 is a geographic entity located in Forrest County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,764. The land area covers 169.31 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,764 | ±1,237 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 25.8 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,587 | ±518 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 8,373 | ±485 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,587 | ±518 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 786 | ±261 |
| Median Home Value | $238,900 | ±$21,033 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,093 | ±$62 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,833 | ±$7,184 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,169 | ±$6,832 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.7% | ±4.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,370 | ±835 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.8% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,950 | ±880 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.3% | ±4.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 78,435 (2024)
ID: 129262
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SENIOR PLANNER
PO BOX 1310, HATTIESBURG MS 39403-1310
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Wiggins, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hattiesburg, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brooklyn, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Purvis, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Purvis, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Lumberton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Lumberton, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NEW AUGUSTA, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Purvis, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Purvis, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
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College | 18.7 mi away | 51 Main Street, Perkinston, MS, 39573 |
8667351122
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LUMBERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 106 WEST MAIN AVENUE, LUMBERTON, MS, 39455 |
(601) 796-2505
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William Carey University
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College | 18.9 mi away | 710 William Carey Parkway, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401 |
6013186051
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PURVIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 122 SHELBY SPEIGHTS DRIVE, PURVIS, MS, 39475 |
(601) 794-6291
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The Academy of Hair Design Six
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College Vocational | 19.5 mi away | 5912 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401-7569 |
6013729800
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STONE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 242 SECOND STREET, SOUTH, WIGGINS, MS, 39577 |
(601) 928-4993
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Unlimited Cosmetology School
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College Vocational | 20.4 mi away | 102 Broad Street, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401 |
6013367256
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OAK GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 4958 OLD HIGHWAY 11, HATTIESBURG, MS, 39402 |
(601) 296-1704
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University of Southern Mississippi
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College | 20.7 mi away | 118 College Drive # 0001, Hattiesburg, MS, 39406-0001 |
6012661000
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HATTIESBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 329 HARDY STREET, HATTIESBURG, MS, 39401 |
(601) 582-4461
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WIGGINS, MS US, located 13.7 miles from District 5. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.6° | 36.2° | 48.9° | 6.05" | — |
| February | 65.6° | 40.1° | 52.9° | 5.30" | — |
| March | 72.6° | 45.9° | 59.2° | 5.86" | — |
| April | 78.5° | 52.2° | 65.4° | 5.46" | — |
| May | 84.7° | 60.4° | 72.6° | 5.51" | — |
| June | 90.6° | 67.8° | 79.2° | 5.90" | — |
| July | 91.5° | 70.3° | 80.9° | 7.28" | — |
| August | 91.5° | 70.3° | 80.9° | 6.12" | — |
| September | 87.9° | 65.5° | 76.7° | 5.89" | — |
| October | 80.2° | 54.5° | 67.3° | 3.95" | — |
| November | 70.3° | 44.1° | 57.2° | 4.12" | — |
| December | 63.8° | 39.4° | 51.6° | 5.92" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bond CDP | CDP | 10.5 mi | — |
| Purvis city | City | 11.9 mi | — |
| Lumberton city | City | 12.2 mi | — |
| Wiggins city | City | 14.1 mi | — |
| New Augusta town | Town | 17.8 mi | — |
| Hattiesburg city | City | 19.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2803593114. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.