Demographics in Laurel, MS

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

Where is Laurel?

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Population

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

Total Population

17,129

Male

8,290

48.4%

Female

8,839

51.6%

Median Age

35.6

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

29.1%

Black

64.7%

Hispanic

6.7%

Asian

0.2%

Two or More

1.3%

Other

3.3%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

13.0%

High School or Higher

36.3%

Foreign Born

3.9%

Veterans

3.9%

Married

30.7%

Avg Household Size

2.5

Marital Status by Age

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

Laurel, MS has a population of 17,129 with a median age of 35.6. The racial makeup is 29.1% White, 6.7% Hispanic, 64.7% Black. About 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 3.9%.