Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.67 |
| Below Poverty | 16.9% ▲ 69% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.4% ▲ 51% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,146 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 35,603 (26.3%) |
| Some College | 21,628 (16%) |
| Associates | 21,753 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 18,532 (13.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 35,921 (26.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,769 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $195,584 ▼ 30% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,067/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 97,781 |
| Vacant Units | 12,752 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Harrison County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 219,700 residents. With a median age of 38.16, it is a middle-aged county.
Harrison County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,769 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.4%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Harrison County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $195,584 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,067. Homeownership rates are high at 60.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Harrison County are majority White (61.92%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 40.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Harrison County, MS is a solidly middle-class area in Mississippi. The 16 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39530 | Biloxi | 7,836 | $39,755 | $149,600 | $821 | 6.1% | 35.4% |
| 39531 | Biloxi | 19,045 | $54,599 | $193,700 | $1,066 | 7.5% | 48.0% |
| 39532 | Biloxi | 36,710 | $65,892 | $227,400 | $1,098 | 7.5% | 43.3% |
| 39540 | Diberville | 13,033 | $65,712 | $199,000 | $1,177 | 4.4% | 35.6% |
| 39501 | Gulfport | 23,178 | $33,491 | $115,300 | $962 | 14.9% | 26.6% |
| 39503 | Gulfport | 54,230 | $61,298 | $193,000 | $1,087 | 6.5% | 39.3% |
| 39507 | Gulfport | 17,512 | $49,459 | $220,600 | $1,121 | 7.2% | 44.4% |
| 39560 | Long Beach | 18,505 | $73,090 | $210,800 | $1,196 | 6.3% | 45.4% |
| 39571 | Pass Christian | 13,942 | $64,469 | $233,000 | $1,004 | 5.7% | 44.3% |
| 39574 | Saucier | 13,830 | $69,167 | $191,500 | $942 | 5.6% | 33.2% |