Laurel

Laurel

Overview for Laurel, MS

17,375 people live in Laurel, where the median age is 37.2 and the average individual income is $22,138. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

17,375

Total Population

37.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$22,138

Average individual Income

Around Laurel, MS

There's plenty to do around Laurel, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

64
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
46
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Mr Bs Frozen Treats, La palma, and Manuscript Coffee.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.09 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.55 miles 14 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 0.88 miles 11 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 1.45 miles 8 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 1.63 miles 25 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 0.76 miles 10 reviews 4.8/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Laurel, MS

Laurel has 6,442 households, with an average household size of 2.65. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Laurel do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 17,375 people call Laurel home. The population density is 1,070.16 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

17,375

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37.2

Median Age

48.04 / 51.96%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
6,442

Total Households

2.65

Average Household Size

$22,138

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Laurel, MS

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The following schools are within or nearby Laurel. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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