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AREA INFO
The Greater Hattiesburg Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), consisting
of Forrest, Lamar, and Perry Counties and is the ideal place to grow a
business, a family or a future: One of the most progressive areas in the
state that offers all of the features that contribute to quality of life; low
cost of living, a favorable business climate, recreation and leisure
activities, and community and social services. The economic base of the
Greater Hattiesburg, MSA is very diverse. Primary employers fall within
one of four categories: health care, education, military and
manufacturing/distribution.
Some of our top employers include Forrest General Hospital, The University of Southern
Mississippi, Camp Shelby and Wesley Medical Center to name a few. Our top manufacturing
and distribution based industry includes companies like Koch Cellulose, Hattiesburg
Paper Company, and Kohler Company.
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