Petal
Petal has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $20,505. Population has held roughly steady since 2000. 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 20%. Median home value is $42,300.
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How many people live in Petal, Mississippi?
Petal, Mississippi has about 7,883 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in Petal, Mississippi?
The typical household in Petal, Mississippi earns about $20,505 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Petal, Mississippi expensive?
In Petal, Mississippi, the median home is worth about $42,300, and the typical rent is about $325 a month.
How educated are people in Petal, Mississippi?
About 9.3% of adults age 25 and over in Petal, Mississippi hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Petal, Mississippi?
About 14.5% of people in Petal, Mississippi live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024