Harrison County, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
209,443 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,233 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$199,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$452 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$869 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gulfport-Biloxi Metro Area
3
Mississippi
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Gulfport-Biloxi Metro Area
6
Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 50
Feb 4 0 53
Mar 6 0 59
Apr 4 0 66
May 4 0 74
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 7 0 82
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 6 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 4 0 59
Dec 4 0 52

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MS State Senate District 48, MS State House District 119, MS
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Schools

North Gulfport Middle School
1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Crossroads Elementary School
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
Bel Aire Elementary School
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
Bayou View Middle School
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Chris Beauty College
2 miles, S • 1 star
Blue Cliff College-Gulfport
3 miles, E • 1.4 star
Pearl River Community College
40 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Garden Park Medical Center
2 miles, N • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Mobile Regional Airport
54 miles, E • 1.4 star
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