Gulfport, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Harrison County County
Gulfport, MS
At a Glance
How Gulfport Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gulfport's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gulfport a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gulfport residents earn a median household income of $46,044 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,084. The unemployment rate stands at 9.8% (172% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,104 business establishments, including 546 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gulfport is $167,100 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $206,071. Median rent is $1,030/month, with 34.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Gulfport reports 624 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,881/100K. The murder rate is 5.5/100K.
Education
22.3% of adults in Gulfport hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gulfport has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.