Petal, MS

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Petal Overview

11,047
TOTAL POPULATION
5,102
MALE POPULATION
5,945
FEMALE POPULATION
85.82
MALES / 100 FEMALES
116.52
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,093
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,518
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,957
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,288
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Petal Zip Codes

Petal Area Codes

Race in Petal

The most populous races in Petal are White / Caucasian (9,025 | 81.7%), Black / African American (1,633 | 14.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (479 | 4.3%).
Race in Petal
Race# Population% Population
Asian90.1%
Black / African American1,63314.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino4794.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian9,02581.7%
Two or more Races2752.5%
Some other Race1050.9%
Total11,047100.0%

Ancestry in Petal

The most populous ancestries reported in Petal are American (2,223 | 20.1%), German (1,399 | 12.7%), Irish (1,253 | 11.3%), English (1,238 | 11.2%), and Mexican (411 | 3.7%), together accounting for 59.1% of all Petal residents.
Ancestry in Petal
Ancestry# Population% Population
African130.1%
American2,22320.1%
Arab220.2%
Austrian570.5%
British200.2%
Cherokee230.2%
Dutch800.7%
English1,23811.2%
European1321.2%
French2662.4%
French Canadian300.3%
German1,39912.7%
Hungarian250.2%
Iranian80.1%
Irish1,25311.3%
Italian1441.3%
Korean370.3%
Lebanese220.2%
Lithuanian90.1%
Mexican4113.7%
Native Hawaiian110.1%
Norwegian880.8%
Pennsylvania German820.7%
Peruvian250.2%
Polish920.8%
Puerto Rican330.3%
Scotch-Irish1661.5%
Scottish1101.0%
Sioux110.1%
South American250.2%
Subsaharan African130.1%
Swedish180.2%
Welsh200.2%
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Immigrants in Petal

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Petal came from Latin America (201 | 1.8%), Central America (186 | 1.7%), Mexico (186 | 1.7%), Peru (15 | 0.1%), and South America (15 | 0.1%), together accounting for 5.5% of all Petal residents.
Immigrants in Petal
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia90.1%
Central America1861.7%
Latin America2011.8%
Mexico1861.7%
Peru150.1%
Philippines90.1%
South America150.1%
South Eastern Asia90.1%
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Sex and Age in Petal

Sex and Age in Petal

The most populous age groups in Petal are 10 to 14 Years (496 | 9.7%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (690 | 11.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Petal
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years459 (9.0%)294 (5.0%)
5 to 9 Years413 (8.1%)275 (4.6%)
10 to 14 Years496 (9.7%)357 (6.0%)
15 to 19 Years434 (8.5%)237 (4.0%)
20 to 24 Years292 (5.7%)690 (11.6%)
25 to 29 Years187 (3.7%)555 (9.3%)
30 to 34 Years357 (7.0%)362 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Years276 (5.4%)461 (7.7%)
40 to 44 Years315 (6.2%)338 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years404 (7.9%)404 (6.8%)
50 to 54 Years338 (6.6%)294 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years234 (4.6%)282 (4.7%)
60 to 64 Years226 (4.4%)324 (5.4%)
65 to 69 Years166 (3.3%)255 (4.3%)
70 to 74 Years157 (3.1%)271 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years178 (3.5%)246 (4.1%)
80 to 84 Years18 (0.4%)79 (1.3%)
85 Years and over152 (3.0%)221 (3.7%)
Total5,102 (100.0%)5,945 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Petal

Median Family Size in Petal

The median family size in Petal is 3.29 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,952 | 69.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.46 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (193 | 6.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Petal
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,952 (69.3%)3.46
Single Male/Father193 (6.9%)2.63
Single Female/Mother671 (23.8%)2.97
Total Families2,816 (100.0%)3.29

Median Household Size in Petal

The median household size in Petal is 2.75 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,952 | 48.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.51 persons per household. non-family households (1,176 | 29.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Petal
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,952 (48.9%)3.51
Single Male/Father193 (4.8%)3.04
Single Female/Mother671 (16.8%)3.05
Non-family1,176 (29.5%)1.26
Total Households3,992 (100.0%)2.75

Household Size by Marriage Status in Petal

Out of a total of 3,992 households in Petal, 2,816 (70.5%) are family households, while 1,176 (29.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,066, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 927.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Petal
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-927 (23.2%)
2-Person Households1,066 (26.7%)235 (5.9%)
3-Person Households740 (18.5%)14 (0.4%)
4-Person Households569 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households344 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households97 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,816 (70.5%)1,176 (29.5%)

Female Fertility in Petal

Fertility by Age in Petal

Average fertility rate in Petal is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 79.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 96.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Petal
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years127 (96.2%)79.0
35 to 50 years5 (3.8%)4.0
Total132 (100.0%)43.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Petal

73.5% of women with births (132) in Petal are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 27.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Petal
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years92 (72.4%)35 (27.6%)
35 to 50 years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total97 (73.5%)35 (26.5%)

Fertility by Education in Petal

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Petal
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma85 (64.4%)116.0
College or Associate's Degree5 (3.8%)4.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree42 (31.8%)82.0
Total132 (100.0%)43.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Petal

26.5% of women with births in Petal are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 41.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Petal
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma50 (58.8%)35 (41.2%)
College or Associate's Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total97 (73.5%)35 (26.5%)

Income in Petal

Income Overview in Petal

Per Capita Income in Petal is $29,093, while median incomes of families and households are $74,518 and $61,957 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income11,047$29,093
Median Family Income2,816$74,518
Mean Family Income2,816$85,285
Median Household Income3,992$61,957
Mean Household Income3,992$77,130
Income Deficit2,816$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)11,04728.77%
Wage / Income Gap ($)11,04771.23¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index11,0470.39

Earnings by Sex in Petal

Average Earnings in Petal are $33,745, $40,039 for men and $28,521 for women, a difference of 28.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Petal
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,686 (49.7%)$40,039
Female2,723 (50.3%)$28,521
Total5,409 (100.0%)$33,745

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Petal

The most common earnings brackets in Petal are $100,000+ for men (325 | 12.1%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (273 | 10.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Petal
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less95 (3.5%)124 (4.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99957 (2.1%)85 (3.1%)
$5,000 to $7,499151 (5.6%)114 (4.2%)
$7,500 to $9,99994 (3.5%)45 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)273 (10.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999101 (3.8%)88 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49954 (2.0%)136 (5.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99941 (1.5%)73 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $22,49951 (1.9%)38 (1.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99911 (0.4%)262 (9.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999276 (10.3%)201 (7.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999310 (11.5%)157 (5.8%)
$35,000 to $39,999101 (3.8%)142 (5.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999162 (6.0%)269 (9.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999136 (5.1%)98 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999149 (5.6%)81 (3.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999226 (8.4%)176 (6.5%)
$65,000 to $74,999139 (5.2%)175 (6.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999207 (7.7%)63 (2.3%)
$100,000+325 (12.1%)123 (4.5%)
Total2,686 (100.0%)2,723 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Petal

Average earnings in Petal are $46,869 for men and $35,438 for women, a difference of 24.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,672, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $43,674. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $68,493, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $23,125.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Petal
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$44,107$68,493
High School Diploma$43,674$23,125
College or Associate's Degree$44,844$25,603
Bachelor's Degree$50,380$44,034
Graduate Degree$62,672$52,594
Total$46,869$35,438

Family Income in Petal

Family Income Brackets in Petal

According to the Petal family income data, there are 653 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 59 families (2.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Petal
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000592.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991445.1%
$15,000 to $24,9991866.6%
$25,000 to $34,999873.1%
$35,000 to $49,99935212.5%
$50,000 to $74,99959721.2%
$75,000 to $99,99944215.7%
$100,000 to $149,99965323.2%
$150,000 to $199,9992147.6%
$200,000+822.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Petal

6-person families (58 | 2.1%) account for the highest median family income in Petal with $115,583 per family, while 2-person families (1,170 | 41.5%) have the highest median income of $31,184 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Petal
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,170 (41.5%)$62,367
3-Person Families689 (24.5%)$81,144
4-Person Families575 (20.4%)$86,006
5-Person Families324 (11.5%)$71,250
6-Person Families58 (2.1%)$115,583
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total2,816 (100.0%)$74,518

Family Income by Number of Earners in Petal

The median family income in Petal is $74,518, with families comprising 3+ earners (296) having the highest median family income of $141,354, while families with 1 earner (1,105) have the lowest median family income of $55,675, accounting for 10.5% and 39.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Petal
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners422 (15.0%)$57,692
1 Earner1,105 (39.2%)$55,675
2 Earners993 (35.3%)$93,940
3+ Earners296 (10.5%)$141,354
Total2,816 (100.0%)$74,518

Household Income in Petal

Household Income Brackets in Petal

With 743 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Petal, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 88 households (2.2%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Petal
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000882.2%
$10,000 to $14,9992917.3%
$15,000 to $24,9992877.2%
$25,000 to $34,9992716.8%
$35,000 to $49,99963515.9%
$50,000 to $74,99974318.6%
$75,000 to $99,99963515.9%
$100,000 to $149,99967917.0%
$150,000 to $199,9992636.6%
$200,000+1002.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Petal

The median household income in Petal is $61,957, with the highest median household income of $74,720 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,505 households (37.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $45,362, with 160 households (4.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Petal
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years160 (4.0%)$45,362
25 to 44 Years1,505 (37.7%)$74,720
45 to 64 Years1,240 (31.1%)$61,985
65+ Years1,087 (27.2%)$55,747
Total3,992 (100.0%)$61,957

Poverty in Petal

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Petal

With 10.5% poverty level for males and 16.8% for females among the residents of Petal, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 41 males (67.2%) and 27 females (52.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Petal
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years65 (14.6%)113 (42.0%)
5 Years41 (67.2%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years86 (15.9%)18 (6.0%)
12 to 14 Years46 (15.0%)41 (13.2%)
15 Years53 (36.5%)27 (52.9%)
16 and 17 Years11 (10.3%)24 (27.3%)
18 to 24 Years47 (9.9%)113 (14.3%)
25 to 34 Years28 (5.1%)250 (27.3%)
35 to 44 Years92 (15.6%)94 (11.8%)
45 to 54 Years29 (3.9%)8 (1.1%)
55 to 64 Years32 (7.0%)135 (22.7%)
65 to 74 Years3 (0.9%)66 (12.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)97 (18.8%)
Total533 (10.5%)986 (16.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Petal

According to the poverty statistics in Petal, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Petal
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years381 (85.4%)156 (58.0%)
5 Years20 (32.8%)20 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years456 (84.1%)283 (94.0%)
12 to 14 Years260 (85.0%)270 (86.8%)
15 Years92 (63.4%)24 (47.1%)
16 and 17 Years96 (89.7%)64 (72.7%)
18 to 24 Years427 (90.1%)675 (85.7%)
25 to 34 Years516 (94.9%)667 (72.7%)
35 to 44 Years499 (84.4%)705 (88.2%)
45 to 54 Years713 (96.1%)690 (98.9%)
55 to 64 Years428 (93.0%)461 (77.3%)
65 to 74 Years316 (99.1%)444 (87.1%)
75 Years and over339 (100.0%)418 (81.2%)
Total4,543 (89.5%)4,877 (83.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Petal

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Petal show that 5.6% or 109 of the total 1,952 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 23.1%, comprising of 57 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.9%, which includes 20 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Petal
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,052 (98.1%)20 (1.9%)
1 or 2 Children601 (94.9%)32 (5.1%)
3 or 4 Children190 (76.9%)57 (23.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,843 (94.4%)109 (5.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Petal

According to the poverty data in Petal, 21.8% or 42 single-father households and 27.6% or 185 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (64.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 168 households (38.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Petal
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children42 (64.6%)8 (3.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)168 (38.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)9 (36.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (21.8%)185 (27.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Petal

The poverty data for Petal shows that 109 of the married-couple family households (5.6%) and 227 of the single-parent households (26.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 57 households (23.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 168 household (30.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Petal
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children20 (1.9%)50 (18.2%)
1 or 2 Children32 (5.1%)168 (30.5%)
3 or 4 Children57 (23.1%)9 (23.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total109 (5.6%)227 (26.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Petal

Employment by Class of Employer in Petal

Among the 4,887 employed individuals in Petal, private company employees (3,363 | 68.8%), local government employees (539 | 11.0%), and state government employees (320 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Petal
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,36368.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1432.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1533.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations2805.7%
Local Government Employees53911.0%
State Government Employees3206.6%
Federal Government Employees531.1%
Unpaid Family Workers360.7%
Total4,887100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Petal

According to the labor force statistics for Petal, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,557), 61.8% or 5,288 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 338 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 88.8% or 659 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.3% or 26 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Petal
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years245 (51.6%)40 (16.3%)
20 to 24 Years672 (68.4%)67 (10.0%)
25 to 29 Years659 (88.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years548 (76.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,094 (78.7%)88 (8.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,125 (78.1%)40 (3.6%)
55 to 59 Years370 (71.7%)65 (17.6%)
60 to 64 Years219 (39.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years219 (25.8%)13 (5.9%)
75 Years and over142 (15.9%)26 (18.3%)
Total5,288 (61.8%)338 (6.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Petal

According to labor force statistics for Petal, 74.9% of individuals (4,012) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,357) are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 193 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.0% or 1,579 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.2% or 82 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Petal
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School240 (50.0%)24 (5.0%)
High School Diploma891 (68.3%)55 (4.2%)
College / Associate Degree1,304 (74.2%)83 (4.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,579 (87.0%)94 (5.2%)
Total4,012 (74.9%)257 (4.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Petal

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Petal are Community & Social Service (679 | 13.8%), Education Instruction & Library (422 | 8.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (367 | 7.4%), Management (364 | 7.4%), and Health Technologists (289 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Petal

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Petal, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (87.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (78.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Petal
OccupationMaleFemale
Management295 (81.0%)69 (19.0%)
Business & Financial62 (40.0%)93 (60.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science124 (87.9%)17 (12.1%)
Computers & Mathematics17 (50.0%)17 (50.0%)
Architecture & Engineering97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 201 (29.6%)478 (70.4%)
Education, Arts & Media97 (53.0%)86 (47.0%)
Legal Services & Support12 (42.9%)16 (57.1%)
Education Instruction & Library92 (21.8%)330 (78.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating94 (25.6%)273 (74.4%)
Health Technologists89 (30.8%)200 (69.2%)
Total (Category)776 (45.5%)930 (54.5%)
Total (Overall)2,591 (52.5%)2,346 (47.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Petal are Personal Care & Service (246 | 5.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (160 | 3.2%), Healthcare Support (113 | 2.3%), Security & Protection (97 | 2.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (74 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Petal

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Petal, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.7%), Personal Care & Service (53.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Petal
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support6 (5.3%)107 (94.7%)
Security & Protection97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving79 (49.4%)81 (50.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service115 (46.8%)131 (53.2%)
Total (Category)371 (53.8%)319 (46.2%)
Total (Overall)2,591 (52.5%)2,346 (47.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Petal are Office & Administration (722 | 14.6%), and Sales & Related (637 | 12.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Petal

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Petal
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related269 (42.2%)368 (57.8%)
Office & Administration183 (25.4%)539 (74.7%)
Total (Category)452 (33.3%)907 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)2,591 (52.5%)2,346 (47.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Petal are Construction & Extraction (213 | 4.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (185 | 3.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Petal

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Petal
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction213 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair185 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)398 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,591 (52.5%)2,346 (47.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Petal are Production (378 | 7.7%), Transportation (223 | 4.5%), and Material Moving (183 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Petal

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Petal
OccupationMaleFemale
Production340 (89.9%)38 (10.1%)
Transportation86 (38.6%)137 (61.4%)
Material Moving168 (91.8%)15 (8.2%)
Total (Category)594 (75.8%)190 (24.2%)
Total (Overall)2,591 (52.5%)2,346 (47.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Petal

Employment Industries in Petal

The major employment industries in Petal include Health Care & Social Assistance (809 | 16.4%), Retail Trade (779 | 15.8%), Educational Services (587 | 11.9%), Construction (412 | 8.4%), and Manufacturing (412 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries in Petal

Employment Industries by Sex in Petal

The Petal industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (88.4%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (79.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Petal
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction378 (91.7%)34 (8.3%)
Manufacturing354 (85.9%)58 (14.1%)
Wholesale Trade181 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade282 (36.2%)497 (63.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing101 (59.1%)70 (40.9%)
Utilities51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance59 (36.0%)105 (64.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing35 (58.3%)25 (41.7%)
Professional & Scientific56 (29.8%)132 (70.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support64 (76.2%)20 (23.8%)
Educational Services147 (25.0%)440 (75.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance165 (20.4%)644 (79.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation8 (11.6%)61 (88.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services153 (65.9%)79 (34.1%)
Public Administration105 (58.3%)75 (41.7%)
Total2,591 (52.5%)2,346 (47.5%)

Education in Petal

School Enrollment in Petal

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,420 students in Petal are middle school (756 | 31.2%), elementary school (487 | 20.1%), and high school (437 | 18.1%).
School Enrollment in Petal
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1285.3%
Kindergarten1496.2%
Elementary School48720.1%
Middle School75631.2%
High School43718.1%
College / Undergraduate35914.8%
Graduate / Professional1044.3%
Total2,420100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Petal

Out of a total of 2,420 students who are enrolled in schools in Petal, 242 (10.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,178 (90.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 38 (55.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 128 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Petal
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old525 (86.9%)79 (13.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds769 (93.4%)54 (6.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds374 (97.4%)10 (2.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds179 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds108 (77.1%)32 (22.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds63 (67.7%)30 (32.3%)
35 Years and over31 (44.9%)38 (55.1%)
Total2,178 (90.0%)242 (10.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Petal

Business (579 | 25.1%), science & technology (382 | 16.6%), education (372 | 16.1%), physical & health sciences (234 | 10.2%), and liberal arts & history (140 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 2,305 individuals in Petal who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Petal
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics462.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural241.0%
Physical & Health Sciences23410.2%
Psychology401.7%
Social Sciences974.2%
Engineering472.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies90.4%
Science & Technology38216.6%
Business57925.1%
Education37216.1%
Literature & Languages944.1%
Liberal Arts & History1406.1%
Visual & Performing Arts1114.8%
Communications291.3%
Arts & Humanities1014.4%
Total2,305100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Petal

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Petal

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Petal are males with 2 vehicles (1,194, accounting for 46.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (678, making up 51.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Petal
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)71 (3.1%)
1 Vehicle375 (14.6%)516 (22.3%)
2 Vehicles1,194 (46.4%)678 (29.3%)
3 Vehicles802 (31.2%)789 (34.1%)
4 Vehicles116 (4.5%)109 (4.7%)
5 or more Vehicles87 (3.4%)150 (6.5%)
Total2,574 (100.0%)2,313 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Petal

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Petal are 20 to 24 minutes (1,056 commuters, 22.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (832 commuters, 17.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (702 commuters, 14.9%).
Commute Time in Petal
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2094.4%
5 to 9 Minutes55911.9%
10 to 14 Minutes70214.9%
15 to 19 Minutes83217.7%
20 to 24 Minutes1,05622.5%
25 to 29 Minutes3106.6%
30 to 34 Minutes52811.3%
35 to 39 Minutes891.9%
40 to 44 Minutes1513.2%
45 to 59 Minutes591.3%
60 to 89 Minutes430.9%
90 or more Minutes1573.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Petal

The most common commute times in Petal are 20 to 24 minutes (497 commuters, 20.1%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (559 commuters, 25.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Petal
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes68 (2.8%)141 (6.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes210 (8.5%)349 (15.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes430 (17.4%)272 (12.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes350 (14.1%)482 (21.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes497 (20.1%)559 (25.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes185 (7.5%)125 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes392 (15.8%)136 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes61 (2.5%)28 (1.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes91 (3.7%)60 (2.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes36 (1.5%)23 (1.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)43 (1.9%)
90 or more Minutes157 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Petal

The most frequent times of departure to work in Petal are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (477, 19.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (544, 24.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Petal
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM324 (13.1%)40 (1.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM57 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM202 (8.2%)43 (1.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM363 (14.6%)91 (4.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM249 (10.1%)311 (14.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM477 (19.3%)544 (24.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM231 (9.3%)452 (20.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM157 (6.3%)260 (11.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM120 (4.8%)51 (2.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM24 (1.0%)124 (5.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)104 (4.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM166 (6.7%)70 (3.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM107 (4.3%)128 (5.8%)
Total2,477 (100.0%)2,218 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Petal

Occupancy by Ownership in Petal

Of the total 3,992 dwellings in Petal, owner-occupied units account for 2,751 (68.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,241 (31.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Petal
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,75168.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,24131.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,992100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Petal

Occupancy by Household Size in Petal
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household92723.2%
2-Person Household1,30132.6%
3-Person Household75418.9%
4+ Person Household1,01025.3%
Total Housing Units3,992100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Petal

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Petal
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household591 (63.7%)336 (36.2%)
2-Person Household859 (66.0%)442 (34.0%)
3-Person Household487 (64.6%)267 (35.4%)
4+ Person Household814 (80.6%)196 (19.4%)
Total Housing Units2,751 (68.9%)1,241 (31.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Petal

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Petal
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School169 (45.9%)199 (54.1%)
High School Diploma567 (62.2%)345 (37.8%)
College/Associate Degree906 (63.8%)513 (36.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,109 (85.8%)184 (14.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Petal

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Petal
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years84521.2%
35 to 44 Years82020.5%
45 to 54 Years68417.1%
55 to 64 Years55613.9%
65 to 74 Years50312.6%
75 to 84 Years3428.6%
85 Years and Over2426.1%
Total3,992100.0%

Housing Finances in Petal

Median Income by Occupancy in Petal

Median Income by Occupancy in Petal
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,751 (68.9%)$77,581
Renter-Occupied1,241 (31.1%)$30,446
Average3,992 (100.0%)$61,957

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Petal

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Petal
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00011 (0.4%)17 (1.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)61 (4.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99986 (3.1%)205 (16.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99935 (1.3%)89 (7.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99941 (1.5%)122 (9.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999125 (4.5%)145 (11.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999492 (17.9%)143 (11.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999566 (20.6%)178 (14.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999431 (15.7%)203 (16.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999628 (22.8%)49 (4.0%)
$150,000 or more336 (12.2%)29 (2.3%)
Total2,751 (100.0%)1,241 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Petal

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Petal
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300165 (6.0%)25 (2.0%)
$300 to $499440 (16.0%)41 (3.3%)
$500 to $799463 (16.8%)267 (21.5%)
$800 to $999385 (14.0%)259 (20.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499842 (30.6%)363 (29.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999258 (9.4%)23 (1.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499108 (3.9%)19 (1.5%)
$2,500 to $2,99990 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,751 (100.0%)1,241 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Petal

Housing Structures in Petal

Housing Structures in Petal
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,25581.5%
Single Unit, Attached200.5%
2 Unit Apartments1072.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1343.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments330.8%
10 or more Apartments2045.1%
Mobile Home / Other2396.0%
Total3,992100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Petal

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Petal
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,599 (79.8%)656 (20.2%)
Single Unit, Attached20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)107 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)134 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)204 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other132 (55.2%)107 (44.8%)
Total2,751 (68.9%)1,241 (31.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Petal

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Petal
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms11 (0.4%)231 (18.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms694 (25.2%)731 (58.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,243 (45.2%)248 (20.0%)
8 or more Rooms803 (29.2%)31 (2.5%)
Total2,751 (100.0%)1,241 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Petal

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Petal
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,412 (51.3%)383 (30.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas36 (1.3%)60 (4.8%)
Electricity1,290 (46.9%)798 (64.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used13 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,751 (100.0%)1,241 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Petal

Household Vehicle Usage in Petal
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)198 (16.0%)
1 Vehicle763 (27.7%)490 (39.5%)
2 Vehicles1,115 (40.5%)492 (39.7%)
3 or more Vehicles873 (31.7%)61 (4.9%)
Total2,751 (100.0%)1,241 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Petal

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Petal

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,0581,693
Median Property Value$131,500$153,300
Median Household Income$59,186$266
Monthly Housing Costs$470$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,334$191

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Petal

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Petal
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00097 (9.2%)5 (0.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999220 (20.8%)270 (16.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999664 (62.8%)1,279 (75.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99934 (3.2%)128 (7.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99943 (4.1%)11 (0.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,058 (100.0%)1,693 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Petal

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Petal
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00011 (1.0%)45 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $24,999134 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99979 (7.5%)28 (1.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999230 (21.7%)46 (2.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999180 (17.0%)262 (15.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99955 (5.2%)386 (22.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999299 (28.3%)376 (22.2%)
$150,000 or more70 (6.6%)329 (19.4%)
Total1,058 (100.0%)1,693 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Petal

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Petal
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x444 (42.0%)81,412 (4,808.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x226 (21.4%)924 (54.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x131 (12.4%)439 (25.9%)
4.0x or more246 (23.3%)251 (14.8%)
Total1,058 (100.0%)1,693 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Petal

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Petal
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800233 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499178 (16.8%)141 (8.3%)
$800 to $1,499315 (29.8%)533 (31.5%)
Total1,058 (100.0%)1,693 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Petal

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Petal

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Petal
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years814 (97.6%)20 (2.4%)
6 to 18 Years1,831 (91.7%)166 (8.3%)
19 to 25 Years1,042 (78.4%)287 (21.6%)
26 to 34 Years1,126 (91.5%)105 (8.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,223 (88.0%)167 (12.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,314 (91.2%)126 (8.7%)
55 to 64 Years865 (81.9%)191 (18.1%)
65 to 74 Years814 (98.2%)15 (1.8%)
75 Years and older854 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,883 (90.2%)1,077 (9.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Petal

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Petal
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born814 (97.6%)20 (2.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,831 (91.7%)166 (8.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,042 (78.4%)287 (21.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Petal

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Petal
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,175 (76.1%)368 (23.8%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,638 (86.1%)265 (13.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,851 (93.6%)127 (6.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,090 (98.5%)31 (1.5%)
$100,000 and over3,127 (91.8%)278 (8.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Petal

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Petal
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6417 (50.0%)397 (47.6%)
6 to 18 Years870 (43.6%)1,067 (53.4%)
19 to 25 Years412 (31.0%)682 (51.3%)
25 to 34 Years154 (12.5%)1,007 (81.8%)
35 to 44 Years288 (20.7%)1,042 (75.0%)
45 to 54 Years272 (18.9%)1,073 (74.5%)
55 to 64 Years287 (27.2%)710 (67.2%)
65 to 74 Years786 (94.8%)363 (43.8%)
75 Years and over854 (100.0%)700 (82.0%)
Total4,340 (39.6%)7,041 (64.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Petal

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Petal
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years271 (23.3%)77 (10.0%)
18 to 34 Years129 (12.9%)197 (11.6%)
35 to 64 Years348 (19.4%)571 (27.3%)
65 to 74 Years146 (45.8%)191 (37.4%)
75 Years and over179 (52.8%)325 (63.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Petal

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Petal: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years86 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years90 (5.0%)28 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years83 (26.0%)31 (6.1%)
75 Years and over98 (28.9%)148 (28.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Petal: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years77 (6.6%)14 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years122 (6.8%)181 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years46 (14.4%)64 (12.6%)
75 Years and over49 (14.4%)56 (10.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Petal: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years108 (9.3%)63 (8.2%)
18 to 34 Years109 (10.9%)145 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years148 (8.3%)158 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years90 (28.2%)73 (14.3%)
75 Years and over7 (2.1%)87 (16.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Petal: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)56 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years113 (6.3%)454 (21.7%)
65 to 74 Years99 (31.0%)120 (23.5%)
75 Years and over100 (29.5%)288 (55.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Petal: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years71 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)28 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years74 (4.1%)145 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years45 (14.1%)32 (6.3%)
75 Years and over91 (26.8%)86 (16.7%)

Technology Access in Petal

Computing Device Access in Petal

Computing Device Access in Petal
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,92073.2%
Smartphone3,52588.3%
Tablet2,34258.7%
No Computing Device2436.1%
Total3,992100.0%

Internet Access in Petal

Internet Access in Petal
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,79670.0%
Cellular Data Only57614.4%
Satellite Internet2075.2%
No Internet51713.0%
Total3,992100.0%

Petal Summary

Petal, Mississippi is a small city located in Forrest County, Mississippi. It is situated in the Pine Belt region of the state, and is part of the Hattiesburg Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of approximately 10,454 people, according to the 2010 census.

History

Petal was founded in 1892 by the Petal Land and Lumber Company. The company was formed by a group of investors from New Orleans, Louisiana, who purchased land in the area and began to develop it. The town was named after the petals of the magnolia tree, which was abundant in the area.
The town grew quickly, and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving community. The Petal Land and Lumber Company built a sawmill and a railroad line to transport lumber to other parts of the state. The town also had a cotton gin, a grist mill, and a number of stores.
In the 1920s, Petal began to experience a period of growth and prosperity. The town was incorporated in 1925, and the population had grown to over 1,000 people. The town continued to grow throughout the 20th century, and by the 2000 census, the population had grown to over 10,000 people.

Geography

Petal is located in the Pine Belt region of Mississippi, and is situated in the southeastern part of Forrest County. The city is located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 11 and Mississippi Highway 42. The city is approximately 10 miles south of Hattiesburg, and is about 90 miles northeast of New Orleans, Louisiana.
The city is situated on the banks of the Leaf River, and is surrounded by a number of small lakes and ponds. The city is located in a hilly area, and the terrain is mostly wooded. The climate in Petal is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Economy

Petal’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and agriculture. The city is home to a number of manufacturing plants, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics plant. The city is also home to a number of agricultural businesses, including a poultry farm, a dairy farm, and a number of vegetable farms.
The city is also home to a number of retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The city is served by a number of banks, and there are a number of medical facilities in the area.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, the population of Petal was 10,454 people. The racial makeup of the city was 79.3% White, 17.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.9% from other races. The median household income in Petal was $37,945, and the median family income was $45,945.
Petal is a small city with a rich history and a vibrant economy. The city is home to a diverse population, and is a great place to live and work. The city is a great place to raise a family, and offers a number of amenities and attractions.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Petal?
Total Population of Petal is 11,047.
What is the Total Male Population of Petal?
Total Male Population of Petal is 5,102.
What is the Total Female Population of Petal?
Total Female Population of Petal is 5,945.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Petal?
There are 85.82 Males per 100 Females in Petal.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Petal?
There are 116.52 Females per 100 Males in Petal.
What is the Median Population Age in Petal?
Median Population Age in Petal is 36.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Petal
Average Family Size in Petal is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Petal
Average Household Size in Petal is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Petal?
Per Capita income in Petal is $29,093.
What is the Median Family Income in Petal?
Median Family Income in Petal is $74,518.
What is the Median Household income in Petal?
Median Household Income in Petal is $61,957.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Petal?
Income or Wage Gap in Petal is 28.8%.
Women in Petal earn 71.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Petal?
Inequality or Gini Index in Petal is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Petal?
There are 5,288 People in the Labor Forcein in Petal.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Petal?
61.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Petal.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Petal?
Unemployment Rate in Petal is 6.4%.