Gulfport, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Gulfport is a small city in Florida with a population of 11,735. Residents earn $68,617 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
11,735 Population 4,236/sq mi density
$68,617 Median Income $51,497 per capita
$335,100 Home Value $347,178 Zillow
$1,487 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
287 Violent Crime/100K 5,476 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$68,617 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$335,100 home value, $1,487/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
287 violent crimes/100K (24% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,617
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $335,100
19% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 287/100K
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.8%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,487
28% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

How Gulfport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,735
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density4,236/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,617
Per Capita$51,497
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$78,131M
Commute23 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$335,100
Rent$1,487
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$347,178

Crime

F
Violent287/100K
Property5,476/100K
Murder8.2/100K
Assault172/100K
Burglary1,066/100K

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation15 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.8%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute23 min
EV Stations3
Libraries27

Is Gulfport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gulfport receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Gulfport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gulfport is $68,617, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gulfport is $335,100, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,487 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Gulfport is below the national average at 287 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,476 per 100,000, 179% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Gulfport has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Gulfport has a population of 11,735 with a density of 4,236 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

11,735
Total Population
4,236
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gulfport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gulfport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gulfport is $68,617, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Gulfport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,617
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$51,497
Avg Weekly Wage$1,298
IRS Avg AGI$101,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)41,518
County GDP$78,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,553
Healthcare3,955
Retail3,778
Manufacturing1,058

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,984
157% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home21.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Gulfport is $335,100, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,487 (28% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $347,178.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$335,100
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$347,178
Median List Price$475,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$475,000
$/Sq Ft$289
Homes Sold37
Sale-to-List Ratio93.6%
Price Drops35.1%
Inventory148

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,487
28% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,021

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,984
157% above US avg
Effective Rate2.68%
In Gulfport, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gulfport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death9,370/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access98.3%
Healthcare Facilities3,955
Gulfport has a violent crime rate of 287 per 100,000 residents, 24% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,476 per 100,000 (179% above US avg). The murder rate is 8.2 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Gulfport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent286.9/100K
24% below US avg
Murder8.2/100K
30% above US avg
Rape8.2/100K
Robbery98.4/100K
Assault172.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,475.9/100K
179% above US avg
Burglary1,065.7/100K
Theft4,024.9/100K
Vehicle Theft385.3/100K
Arson41.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Gulfport has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density4,236/sq mi
Coordinates27.7464°N, 82.7099°W
County FIPS12103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 5.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.8%
18% above US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score5.60
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,236/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities3,955
Restaurants2,553
Retail Stores3,778

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home21.7%

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