Cities, Towns and Places in Lamar County, Mississippi

Here is a list of all the cities, towns, communities, and places in Lamar county, Mississippi

Lamar County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2020 census, the population was 64,222. Its county seat is Purvis. Named for Confederate Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus Lamar, the county was carved out of Marion County to the west in 1904.

Here is a list of all the cities, towns, communities, and places in Lamar County, Mississippi:

Cities

• Hattiesburg
• Lumberton
• Purvis

Town

• Sumrall

Census-designated places

• Arnold Line
• Baxterville
• Oak Grove
• West Hattiesburg

Other unincorporated communities

• Bellevue
• Okahola
• Oloh
• Talowah

Quick Facts about Lamar county, Mississippi

Here are some quick facts about Lamar county, Mississippi:

• Official Website: https://lamarcounty.com/
• Population: 54,136 (2020 Census)
• County Seat: Purvis
• Founded: 1904
• Area: 901 square miles (2,334 km²)
• Land: 891 square miles (2,308 km²)
• Water: 10 square miles (26 km²)
• Location: South-central Mississippi
• Largest City: Hattiesburg
• Economy: Manufacturing (furniture, automotive parts), healthcare, retail, and agriculture (poultry, livestock)

Points of Interest:

• De Soto National Forest: A national forest with hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting opportunities.

• Paul B. Johnson State Park: A park with a lake, hiking trails, and camping facilities.

• Hattiesburg Zoo: A zoo with over 500 animals from around the world.

• University of Southern Mississippi: A public research university with a beautiful campus.

• Hattiesburg Civic Center: A multi-purpose arena and convention center.

Additional notes:

• Lamar County is named after Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus Lamar II, a U.S. Senator from Mississippi.
• The county was once home to a number of Native American tribes, including the Choctaw and Chickasaw.
• Lamar County played a role in the Civil War, and the Battle of Hattiesburg was fought here in 1863.
• The county is home to a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Hattiesburg Craft Beer Festival, the Pinebelt Music Festival, and the Hattiesburg Arts Festival.

Describe the size of Lamar County?

•  The county covers an area of 901 square miles (2,334 km²)

Where is Lamar County located?

• South-central Mississippi

What is the economy of Lamar County like?

• The economy is primarily based on manufacturing (furniture, automotive parts), healthcare, retail, and agriculture (poultry, livestock)

Who are some of the major employers in Lamar County?

Major employers include:

• Forrest General Hospital
• University of Southern Mississippi
• Sanderson Farms
• Hattiesburg Public School District

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