Purvis is a city located in Lamar 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 3.9 square miles (10.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 381 ft. With a population of approximately 2,164 residents, Purvis offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.6% males and 52.4% females, and it has a population density of 550.64 people per square mile (212.60/km²). Purvis lies at a latitude of 31.14 and a longitude of -89.41, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (18.9%), followed by English (9.4%), German (5.3%), and Scotch-Irish (5%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39475.