Demographics in West Hattiesburg, MS

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

Where is West Hattiesburg?

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Population

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

Total Population

6,509

Male

2,532

38.9%

Female

3,977

61.1%

Median Age

30.2

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

34.9%

Black

51.4%

Hispanic

16.6%

Asian

1.6%

Two or More

8.5%

Other

3.6%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

14.9%

High School or Higher

33.3%

Foreign Born

10.1%

Veterans

4.8%

Married

24.4%

Avg Household Size

2.7

Marital Status by Age

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

West Hattiesburg, MS has a population of 6,509 with a median age of 30.2. The racial makeup is 34.9% White, 16.6% Hispanic, 51.4% Black, 1.6% Asian. About 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 10.1%.