Long Beach, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Harrison County County
Long Beach, MS
At a Glance
How Long Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Long Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Long Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Long Beach residents earn a median household income of $71,121 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,322. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.0% 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 Long Beach is $205,300 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $238,651. Median rent is $1,209/month, with 28.8% 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 1982.
Safety & Crime
Long Beach reports 82 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 991/100K.
Education
32.9% of adults in Long Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below the national average). 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Long Beach 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.