Cost of Living in Gulfport, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.4
100 = national avg
+22.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,867
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,322
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing160.5
Food102.4
Transportation90.6
Healthcare102.0
Utilities113.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,696
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,977
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gulfport is 122.4, which is 22.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 160.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,867 per year to cover basic expenses.