With about 11,195 residents, Petal is one of Mississippi's notable places. Petal sits in Forrest County. The median age is 37.2 and the median household income is $72,845. Homes carry a median value of $161,400, and about 72% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (76.8%). Around 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 22 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Petal — frequently asked
What is the population of Petal, Mississippi?
Petal has a population of about 11,195, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Petal?
The median home value in Petal is $161,400, and the median gross rent is $958/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Petal safe? What is the crime rate?
Petal Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 53 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Petal face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Forrest County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including lightning, strong wind, tornado.
How many schools are in Petal?
Petal has 6 public schools (3 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Petal?
Public registry data lists 1 registered sex offenders in or near Petal. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.