salaryHattiesburg is the 5th-largest city in Mississippi that we track, with 48,619 residents. Rent is lower than in 75% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.3 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 17.4 minutes. Most households rent (63%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $48,720 a year. That is $23 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Mississippi cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Mississippi. It is number 37 of 66 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Hattiesburg?
Share of households by yearly income. 12.8% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Hattiesburg
| Size | Hattiesburg | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $642 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $901 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,113 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,191 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,397 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Hattiesburg overall?
Everyday prices in the Hattiesburg metro area are 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.6, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Hattiesburg
Life in Hattiesburg
What jobs pay in Hattiesburg
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $128,980 | 11.3% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $113,300 | 12.9% |
| Physician Assistant | $108,420 | 13.5% |
| Operations Manager | $97,860 | 14.9% |
| Civil Engineer | $88,980 | 16.4% |
| Lawyer | $87,570 | 16.7% |
| Registered Nurse | $76,270 | 19.2% |
| Dental Hygienist | $65,360 | 22.4% |
| Accountant | $65,320 | 22.4% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $59,880 | 24.4% |
| Plumber | $49,940 | 29.3% |
| Electrician | $48,580 | 30.1% |
| Market Research Analyst | $48,570 | 30.1% |
| Carpenter | $48,360 | 30.2% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $48,350 | 30.2% |
| Truck Driver | $48,200 | 30.3% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $47,650 | 30.7% |
| HVAC Technician | $46,590 | 31.4% |
| Police Officer | $44,080 | 33.2% |
| Customer Service Representative | $36,700 | 39.8% |
| Medical Assistant | $35,950 | 40.7% |
| Warehouse Worker | $34,260 | 42.7% |
| Firefighter | $30,830 | 47.4% |
| Nursing Assistant | $30,440 | 48.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $29,360 | 49.8% |
| Retail Salesperson | $28,410 | 51.4% |
| Cashier | $26,040 | 56.1% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $21,830 | 67.0% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Hattiesburg?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $67 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $165,900 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $16,590 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Hattiesburg, MS?
Renting in Hattiesburg costs a median of about $1,218 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Mississippi median is $1,187.
How much do I need to make to live in Hattiesburg?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $48,720 a year, or $23 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Hattiesburg cheap or expensive?
Hattiesburg is rated OK: rent takes 29.2% of the typical household income of $49,980. It ranks 37th cheapest of 66 Mississippi cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Hattiesburg?
The median homeowner in Hattiesburg pays $1,486 a year in property taxes, about 0.90% of the median home value.
Is Hattiesburg more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 12% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Hattiesburg?
The median home value in Hattiesburg is $165,900, about 3.3 times the typical yearly household income.
48,619 people live in Hattiesburg. Numbers are typical (middle) values.