Cost of Living in Gulfport, MS
Population: 72,533 • 2026 Data
$46,044
Median Household Income
-41% vs national
$1,030
Median Monthly Rent
-24% vs national
$167,100
Median Home Value
-51% vs national
9.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Gulfport
The median home value in Gulfport, MS is $167,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,030, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,012.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Gulfport, MS is $46,044. The unemployment rate stands at 9.5%, with a labor force of 33,843 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.