Hurricane Katrina plowed across South Mississippi and left massive devastation at both the individual and community level. But out of the rubble emerged the strength and resiliency of our people and the good will and humanitarianism of those who came to their aid. From an economic perspective, people lost jobs,
income and property. However, the rebuilding effort is already creating economic activity that will cause the state’s economy to grow faster than it otherwise would have for years to come. This growth is reflected in our out-year projections of the economy.

Phil Pepper
State Economist

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