Jackson metro, MS relocation guide
Moving to Forest, MS
About Forest
Forest (about 5,700 residents) is the Scott County seat, on I-20 and US-80 about 40 miles east of Jackson. Settled in the 1850s and named for the dense surrounding forests, it was chartered on February 17, 1860, and won the county seat in May 1873 after a three-election, near-war-level feud with Hillsboro, whose courthouse Sherman had burned on his March to the Sea.
Home prices in Forest
Home prices in Forest vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Forest
- Forest Downtown Historic District (National Register-listed).
- Bienville Pines Scenic Area and the Bienville District of Bienville National Forest.
- Forest Country Club (golf).
- Scott County Courthouse.
- Nearby Roosevelt State Park (Morton).
Commuting from Forest
- Approximate drive to downtown Jackson: ~40–45 minutes west via I-20 (about 40 miles).
Schools in Forest
Public schools: Forest Municipal School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Forest FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Forest, MS?
Home prices in Forest vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Forest, MS?
Approximate drive to downtown Jackson: ~40–45 minutes west via I-20 (about 40 miles). - Which school district serves Forest, MS?
Forest is served by Forest Municipal School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.