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City	Laurel
State	Mississippi (MS)
County	Jones County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	31.695077
Longitude	-89.144955
Population	17,161
Density	408.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	39440, 39441, 39442, 39443
Area Code	601
County Seat	Ellisville
School District	Laurel School District

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About Laurel, Mississippi

Laurel is a locality in Jones County, Mississippi, United States. It has a population of 17,161. The population density is 408.1 people per km². Laurel is located at 31.6951°N, 89.1450°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Laurel is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 39440, 39441, 39442.

Laurel emerges from the pine-heavy landscape as a place where the light of late afternoon turns the surrounding timber a deep, burnished bronze. It lies 25.2 miles north-northeast of Petal, MS (from Petal, MS: bearing 18°T), and is situated 7.3 miles north-northeast of Ellisville. Tallahala Creek winds its path just one mile from the center, feeding the quiet moisture that sustains the thick greenery of the region. To the west, the horizon holds the distant, muted silhouette of Negro Ridge, providing a constant anchor for those who look beyond the immediate fields. Bush Lake sits four miles away, offering a still expanse of water that reflects the shifting clouds of the inland sky. Residents often spend their leisure hours within the shade of Gardiner Park, where the canopy provides a cool respite from the heat of the day.

Industrial ambition defined the early pulse of Laurel, which grew rapidly around the strength of the yellow pine timber trade. Great sawmills once dictated the rhythm of the workweek, drawing labor into the town to process the vast forest resources that blanketed the surrounding plains. These mills anchored a local economy that eventually diversified into manufacturing and oil production, ensuring that the livelihood of the people remained tethered to the physical yield of the land. The architecture of the downtown district reflects this era of prosperity, featuring solid brick facades that have weathered the decades with quiet resilience. Today, the economic vitality of Laurel continues to shift, blending the heritage of heavy industry with a modern emphasis on local craftsmanship and small-scale commerce.

Cultural life in Laurel centers on the preservation of its distinctive character, which manifests in the careful restoration of historic homes and the support of local artisans. The Lauren Rogers Museum of Art stands as a significant landmark, housing collections that bring a refined sensibility to the daily experience of the residents. Visitors and locals alike gather for seasonal events that celebrate the communal spirit and the specific traditions of the region. Among those who have brought recognition to the area is the opera singer Leontyne Price, whose voice resonates with the history of this place. The atmosphere remains grounded, defined by a deliberate pace that allows for long conversations on front porches as the evening air settles over the streets.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Daphne Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 083° E
Laurel Little Theatre (Theatre) — 0.8 mi, 097° E
Confederate Soldier (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 093° E
Lauren Rogers Museum of Art (Museum) — 0.9 mi, 084° E
Mason Memorial Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 035° NE
Merchant'S Park (Local Recreation) — 6.8 mi, 223° SW
Skirmish at Rocky Creek (Monument) — 7.8 mi, 221° SW
De Soto National Forest (National Forest) — 8.3 mi, 135° SE · 532k acres
Private (State Conservation Area) — 10.6 mi, 143° SE
Lofty Return (Public Artwork) — 27.8 mi, 203° SW
Sarah Gillespie Museum (Museum) — 28.3 mi, 198° S
Lucille Parker Gallery (Gallery) — 28.3 mi, 198° S
Shubuta Red Water Artesian Well (Attraction) — 28.7 mi, 066° NE
Bienville National Forest (National Forest) — 29.5 mi, 345° N · 180k acres
Waynesboro City Auditorium (Arts Centre) — 29.6 mi, 091° E
Bonhomie (Monument) — 29.9 mi, 199° S
Paul B. Johnson State Park (State Park) — 37.7 mi, 188° S
Clarkco State Park (State Park) — 37.7 mi, 045° NE
Black Creek, Mississippi Wild and Scenic River (Wild & Scenic River) — 44.3 mi, 178° S · 5,668 acres
Black Creek Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 48.0 mi, 172° S · 5,084 acres
Farm Service Agency Interest Of Ms (National Wildlife Refuge) — 48.9 mi, 205° SW · 20k acres
Key Brothers Aviation Museum (Museum) — 49.9 mi, 028° NE
Leaf Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 50.7 mi, 156° SE · 993 acres
Greene County Museum (Museum) — 51.2 mi, 137° SE
Mississippi Children's Museum (Museum) — 52.9 mi, 030° NE
MSU Riley Center (Theatre) — 53.1 mi, 029° NE
Hallie Ward Interiors ft Queen City Art Gallery (Gallery) — 53.2 mi, 029° NE
Red Bluff (Viewpoint) — 53.6 mi, 242° SW
The Fortress (Historic Castle / Fort) — 57.3 mi, 199° S
Simmons-Wright1884 Cafe (Attraction) — 65.2 mi, 039° NE

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