Gulfport, MS vs Ridgeland, MS

Gulfport is moderately more affordable than Ridgeland, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Gulfport scores 76 compared to 89 for Ridgeland, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ridgeland can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gulfport is $1,030/month compared to $1,204/month in Ridgeland — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gulfport is more affordable at $167,100 median vs $259,600.

Median household income in Gulfport is $46,044 compared to $63,470 in Ridgeland (-27.5%). While Ridgeland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Gulfport spend roughly 26.8% of their income on rent, more than the 22.8% in Ridgeland.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (68.3°F vs 66°F). Gulfport receives more rainfall at 62.8" per year compared to 51.3" in Ridgeland.