City vs city
Meridian, MS vs Hattiesburg, MS
| Meridian | Hattiesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 34,466 | 48,507 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -1.5% | 0.1% |
| Median home value | $100,800 | $153,600 |
| Median rent | $865 | $995 |
| Household income | $34,657 | $44,140 |
| Unemployment | 7.2% | 7.3% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 12% | 18% |
| State crime /100k | 1,539 | 1,539 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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