Chicot Crossing Shopping Center located in Pascagoula, MS. Pascagoula is currently home to 21,849 residents and is the county seat of Jackson County, which boasts a population of 143,987. Pascagoula is conveniently located thirty minutes west of Mobile, and two hours east of New Orleans. Pascagoula offers small town charm, world class recreation, and abundant economic opportunities within an easy drive of major metropolitan communities.