Petal 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 9.7 square miles (25.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 162 ft. With a population of approximately 7,579 residents, Petal offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.77% males and 53.23% females, and it has a population density of 783.76 people per square mile (302.61/km²). Petal lies at a latitude of 31.35 and a longitude of -89.26, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (21.2%), followed by English (9.2%), German (8.1%), and Scotch-Irish (2%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39465.