Petal, a city located in the state of Mississippi (MS), is home to a population of approximately 11,047 people. Petal boasts a median age of 36.2, with around 20.8% of its residents aged 60 or above. 9.4% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 22.3% of Petal residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $61,957, while the unemployment rate stands at 6.4%, and around 13.9% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in Petal is $144,915, with a monthly rent averaging $911.