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Petal, MS

Looking to move to Petal, MS? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Petal, MS is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Petal, MS has a population of 10924. What about cost of living in Petal, MS? The median income in Petal, MS is $62,700 and the median home value is $191,634.

Read on to learn more about Petal, MS, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Petal, MS

Average Temperatures

77 high / 55 low

Average Annual Rainfall

60 in

Average Annual Snowfall

0 in

Quick Facts about Petal, Mississippi

Median Home Value
$191,634
Median Property Tax
$2,261
Total Population
10,924
Average Commute
20 min
Median Household Income
$62,700
Median Monthly Rent
$661

Map of Petal, MS


Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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