Forrest County's 2026 population is estimated at 79,255, reflecting a 0.28% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Forrest County is the 8th largest county in Mississippi. The 2010 population was 74,944 and has grown 5.75% since 2010.
Overall: 32 years
Female: 32.1 years
Male: 31.9 years
There are 60,499 adults, (10,751 of whom are seniors) in Forrest County.
Female: 41,609 (53.2%)
Male: 36,663 (46.8%)
The racial composition of Forrest County includes 56.56% White, 35.53% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 44,272 | 56.56% |
| Black or African American | 27,807 | 35.53% |
| Two or more races | 4,203 | 5.37% |
| Other race | 909 | 1.16% |
| Asian | 760 | 0.97% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 165 | 0.21% |
| Native American | 156 | 0.2% |
Forrest County 's average per capita income is $40,826. Household income levels show a median of $53,640. The poverty rate stands at 20.97%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,573 | $120,151 |
| Families | $69,075 | $95,385 |
| Households | $53,640 | $78,383 |
| Non Families | $31,746 | $45,973 |
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