Pascagoula, MS

Pascagoula, MS

Updated April 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$134K

Median Price

Walk Score

7/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

FWalkability
0/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
B-Quietness
70/100
AAffordability
92/100
ACommute
100/100
WYLT Score65/100

Our Take

Pascagoula offers cheap homes and low flood risk, but walkability is zero, rentals are pricey relative to income, and amenities are sparse. It’s a quiet place, but you’ll need a car and a tight budget.

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The Good

  • Low median home cost
  • Low flood risk
  • Quiet residential streets
  • Decent family-friendly rating

Real Talk

  • !High rent-to-income ratio
  • !Almost no public transit or walkable services
  • !Limited dining and nightlife
  • !Potential crime concerns
  • $Higher insurance costs for coastal location
  • $Possible roof/utility repairs due to storms
  • $Car maintenance and fuel expenses

Best For

Budget-conscious familiesRemote workers needing a quiet homeCar-dependent commutersOlder adults looking for a low-cost place

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety

Pascagoula, MS

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

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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