Picayune is a city located in Pearl River 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 11.8 square miles (31.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 61 ft. With a population of approximately 10,535 residents, Picayune offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 45.31% males and 54.69% females, and it has a population density of 892.80 people per square mile (344.71/km²). Picayune lies at a latitude of 30.53 and a longitude of -89.68, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (14.4%), followed by English (7.1%), German (8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39466.