Hattiesburg is a city located in Forrest County, in the state of Mississippi (MS), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 49.3 square miles (128.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 161 ft. With a population of approximately 44,779 residents, Hattiesburg offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 46.03% males and 53.97% females, and it has a population density of 908.30 people per square mile (350.70/km²). Hattiesburg lies at a latitude of 31.32 and a longitude of -89.31, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9.5%), followed by English (6.2%), German (5.3%), and Scotch-Irish (3.1%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39401.