Cost of Living in Gulfport, MS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.4
100 = national avg
-11.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,892
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$91,926
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing98.7
Food85.2
Transportation84.1
Healthcare88.2
Utilities90.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$923
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,140
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gulfport is 88.4, which is 11.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 98.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,892 per year to cover basic expenses.