Pearlington is a cdp located in Hancock 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 9.1 square miles (24.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 8 ft. With a population of approximately 1,684 residents, Pearlington offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.82% males and 50.18% females, and it has a population density of 184.85 people per square mile (71.37/km²). Pearlington lies at a latitude of 30.25 and a longitude of -89.6, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (20%), followed by English (7.5%), German (8.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39572.