Quality of Life

Recreation & Activities

Petal's recreational facilities offer year-round activities from golf to festivals to Christmas parades. 

Tranquility

The people of Petal have strong religious ties and enjoy a low crime rate. Housing is affordable, about $92,000 on average in 2001. Average family income is between $30,000 and $40,000. About 57% of Petal's 7,500 residents are of working age, and unemployment is low.

Climate

Petal's climate is subtropical with mild winters and warm summers. January's average temperature is 48 degrees. July's is 81 degrees. Average annual rainfall is 60 inches. Annual snowfall is negligible.

Amenities

Health care and education are major sectors of the area's economy. Neighboring Hattiesburg ranks first nationally in health care for cities under 50,000 in population and is known as one of the best small cities in America.* Petal's heliport and local medical care ensures quick access to all health care facilities.

Hattiesburg is home to The University of Southern Mississippi, one of the state's largest universities, and home of the Golden Eagles.

* G. Scott Thomas' The Rating Guide to Life in America's Small Cities.

Petal Attractions

27 Local Churches
Public Library
Civic Center
Shopping
Medical Care
Tennis Courts
Walking Tracks
Historical Sites
Children's Park
Miniature Golf
Golf Course
Bowling Alley
Public Batting Cage
Baseball/Softball/Soccer
Remote Control Airfield
Roller Skating Rink
International Checkers Hall of Fame 

Area Facilities

2 Area Hospitals
12 Area Radio Stations
2 Area T.V. Stations
Daily Newspaper
Major Shopping Centers
Golf Courses
Camping
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