As one of the several burgeoning metropolitan areas in Mississippi, the town of Hattiesburg is one of the more popular places to live and visit in the state. With only 50,000 residents, it is a small town with large opportunities and possibilities. In fact, it is the hub of retail and medical services for all of southeastern Mississippi. It is also the crossroads of major highways that go throughout the state and there are several colleges and educational facilities that make this a great place to visit.