What are the hidden costs of living in Gulfport?

Higher property taxes and insurance due to the city’s budget constraints Potential maintenance costs from older homes Parking and car maintenance expenses with limited walkability

What is the median home price in Gulfport?

The median home price in Gulfport is approximately $98,500.

Is Gulfport walkable?

Gulfport has a Walk Score of 2 out of 100. Most errands require a car.

Gulfport, MS

Updated April 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$99K

Median Price

2/100

Walk Score

N/A

Schools

Score Breakdown

FSchools

0/100

FWalkability

2/100

FCommute

15/100

FSafety

18/100

FQuietness

30/100

BAffordability

78/100

WYLT Score24/100

Our Take

Gulfport offers cheap housing and a low flood risk, but the high crime rates, lack of schools, and weak public transit make it a tough spot for anyone looking for a safe, comfortable place to live.

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The Good

✓Very affordable median home price of $98,500
✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
✓Low cost of living overall
✓Proximity to Gulf Coast for beach access

Real Talk

!Crime rates are high, especially violent crime, so safety can be a concern
!Public transit is virtually nonexistent – you’ll need a car
!There are no public schools in the area and the local school rating is 0
!Job opportunities are limited, and unemployment is about 15% of the labor force
$Higher property taxes and insurance due to the city’s budget constraints
$Potential maintenance costs from older homes
$Parking and car maintenance expenses with limited walkability

Best For

First-time homebuyers with tight budgetsPeople looking for a cheap entry into the Gulf CoastIndividuals who can work remotely and don’t need nearby transitThose willing to accept a higher risk for a lower price

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow

Violent crimeHigh

Property crimeHigh

Air qualityModerate

Price volatilityHigh

Crime & Safety

Gulfport, MS

Safety grade

Safety score18 / 100

High riskVery safe

⚠️Violent Crime

High

9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (3.7)11+

149% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime

High

38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr

0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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