Gulf Park Estates, MS vs Ocean Springs, MS

Gulf Park Estates, MS and Ocean Springs, MS have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.6% difference in their overall index. Gulf Park Estates scores 89 while Ocean Springs scores 92 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Gulf Park Estates is $1,389/month compared to $1,364/month in Ocean Springs — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ocean Springs has cheaper rent, Gulf Park Estates actually has lower median home values ($196,800 vs $235,100).

Median household income in Gulf Park Estates is $62,100 compared to $78,929 in Ocean Springs (-21.3%). While Ocean Springs is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Gulf Park Estates spend roughly 26.8% of their income on rent, more than the 20.7% in Ocean Springs.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (67.8°F vs 67.8°F). Ocean Springs receives more rainfall at 61.7" per year compared to 61.7" in Gulf Park Estates.