Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Gulfport

Affordability in Gulfport, MS

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Gulfport is $1,086 and the median household income is $49,919 annually, with 45% of residents renting their homes. Gulfport has 8 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties offering 602 affordable units, which can provide meaningful relief for renters whose budgets are stretched by market-rate costs.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Gulfport Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 624 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Gulfport

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Gulfport scores a 2 out of 100 (Car-Dependent), meaning most errands require a car. No Transit Score is available for this area. The Bike Score is 29 out of 100, indicating limited biking infrastructure.

• Walk Score: 2 - Car-Dependent
• Bike Score: 29
• Transit Score: Not available

Residents should plan to rely on personal transportation for most daily trips.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 26 public schools across 2 districts serve Gulfport, including 14 elementary, 4 middle, and 8 high schools. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for any specific address they are considering.

Cost of Renting in Gulfport

The median household income in Gulfport is $49,919 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. With a median asking rent of $1,086 per month across all rentals in the city, affordable housing programs can make a meaningful difference for renters stretching a modest budget.

About 45% of Gulfport residents rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data, reflecting a sizeable renter community that may benefit from the 602 income-restricted units available across 8 HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties in the city.

Environment and Flood Risk

All 8 HUD-assisted properties in Gulfport have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to that flood mapping data.