Picayune, MS | Official Website
The City of Picayune. 203 Goodyear Boulevard. Picayune, MS 39466. Phone: 601-798-9770
About Picayune | Picayune, MS
Picayune is the largest city in Pearl River County, Mississippi. Estimates from July 2021 show the population at 11,784 for Picayune. The city was added to the New Orleans Metropolitan area in 2014 and is located approximately 1 hour from New Orleans, Hattiesburg, and Gulfport/Biloxi.
History | Picayune, MS
Picayune is a precious coin in the purse of the south. Rich in history, nature, culture, and more! Picayune is a rare name for a unique place. Search the world, and the only city named Picayune is found in South Mississippi. The appeal of the area is evident to anyone who visits the area.
Government | Picayune, MS
Picayune’s form of government is called a council-manager government which is made up of a six-member council consisting of a mayor and five councilmen. Under this form of government, the City Council is responsible for establishing policy, passing local ordinances, voting on appropriations, and developing an overall vision for the city.
Community | Picayune, MS
Picayune is the place to visit and to live! One trip here will enchant you to stay as it did for the French, Spanish and English explorers. Today, Picayune is alive with new businesses, exciting events, excellent schools, and many civic organizations to make a difference in the communities.
About Picayune | Picayune, MS
Picayune has attractions for every enthusiast: historical buildings and landmarks for historians; fishing and hunting for the sportsman; and, plenty of shopping for fashionistas. Travel to and from Picayune by automobile or train.
Location | Picayune, MS
Picayune is the largest city in Pearl River County, Mississippi. The population was 10,878 at the 2010 census. Picayune was added to the New Orleans Metropolitan area in 2014. Picayune is approximately 45 miles (72 km) from New Orleans, Hattiesburg, and Gulfport/Biloxi.
Departments | Picayune, MS
The City Clerk’s Office oversees the Departments of Accounting, Accounts Payable, Sale of Cemetery Plots, Information Technology, Payroll, Records, Privilege Licenses, Taxes, Utility Billing, and Voter Registration.
Annual Events | Picayune, MS
There is always something going on in Picayune, Mississippi. The following are some of the most popular annual events in our area. Check out our events calendar to see the list of all the happenings in Picayune.
Halloween Commons | Picayune, MS
Halloween Commons 2024 is Almost Here! (10/26/24 4pm to 7pm at Crosby Commons, 801 Goodyear Blvd., Picayune) Join us this Saturday at Crosby Commons for a fantastic day of trick-or-treating, games, and fun for all ages!