salaryGulfport is the 2nd-largest city in Mississippi that we track, with 73,003 residents. Rent is lower than in 70% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.2 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $51,240 a year. That is $25 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Mississippi cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Mississippi. It is number 44 of 66 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Gulfport?
Share of households by yearly income. 15.2% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Gulfport
| Size | Gulfport | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $982 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $945 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,118 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,297 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,509 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Gulfport overall?
Everyday prices in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area are 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.0, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Gulfport
Life in Gulfport
What jobs pay in Gulfport
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $137,940 | 11.1% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,150 | 12.0% |
| Operations Manager | $107,480 | 14.3% |
| Physician Assistant | $105,920 | 14.5% |
| Software Developer | $104,240 | 14.7% |
| Civil Engineer | $87,960 | 17.5% |
| Lawyer | $87,210 | 17.6% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $83,530 | 18.4% |
| Registered Nurse | $78,960 | 19.5% |
| Accountant | $76,380 | 20.1% |
| Dental Hygienist | $73,500 | 20.9% |
| Plumber | $63,040 | 24.4% |
| Electrician | $62,440 | 24.6% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $56,430 | 27.2% |
| Market Research Analyst | $54,820 | 28.0% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $50,820 | 30.2% |
| Carpenter | $49,470 | 31.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $48,230 | 31.9% |
| Police Officer | $48,050 | 32.0% |
| Truck Driver | $45,990 | 33.4% |
| Firefighter | $41,760 | 36.8% |
| Customer Service Representative | $37,540 | 40.9% |
| Medical Assistant | $35,590 | 43.2% |
| Warehouse Worker | $35,160 | 43.7% |
| Nursing Assistant | $31,520 | 48.8% |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,590 | 50.3% |
| Retail Salesperson | $28,880 | 53.2% |
| Cashier | $27,300 | 56.3% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,600 | 68.0% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Gulfport?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $70 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $174,600 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $17,460 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Gulfport, MS?
Renting in Gulfport costs a median of about $1,281 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Mississippi median is $1,187.
How much do I need to make to live in Gulfport?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $51,240 a year, or $25 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Gulfport cheap or expensive?
Gulfport is rated OK: rent takes 28.6% of the typical household income of $53,838. It ranks 44th cheapest of 66 Mississippi cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Gulfport?
The median homeowner in Gulfport pays $1,253 a year in property taxes, about 0.72% of the median home value.
Is Gulfport more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 10% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Gulfport?
The median home value in Gulfport is $174,600, about 3.2 times the typical yearly household income.
73,003 people live in Gulfport. Numbers are typical (middle) values.