Demographics in Forest, MS

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Forest?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

5,365

Male

2,906

54.2%

Female

2,459

45.8%

Median Age

38.2

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

37.8%

Black

42.3%

Hispanic

29.2%

Two or More

7.8%

Other

12.1%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

9.3%

High School or Higher

24.9%

Foreign Born

16.6%

Veterans

3.5%

Married

37.5%

Avg Household Size

2.8

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Forest, MS has a population of 5,365 with a median age of 38.2. The racial makeup is 37.8% White, 29.2% Hispanic, 42.3% Black. About 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 16.6%.