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Gulf Hills

Pop. 8,451·8th most expensive in Mississippi·Gulf Hills rents are up 7.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,553/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.8%
Month-over-Month
+1.4%
vs US Median
-$409
Rising (Monthly)
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Gulf Hills · $1,553
More affordable than 72% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,553/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$62,000/yr
Local median income
$72,839/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Gulf Hills's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$1,189
2 BR
$1,412
3 BR
$1,550
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,412/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,553 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$18,636/yr
At $1,553/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 7.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.8% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Gulf Hills, MS is majority owner-occupied, 37% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,451
Median income
$72,839
Median age
35.1
Renters
28.9%
Age distribution
22.6%
27.1%
23.4%
13.2%
13.7%
Under 1822.6%
18–3427.1%
35–5423.4%
55–6413.2%
65+13.7%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
67.5%
14.3%
White67.5%
Black10.6%
Hispanic14.3%
Asian3.5%
Other4%
Education (25+)
15.6%
44.5%
37%
No HS diploma2.8%
HS diploma15.6%
Some college44.5%
Bachelor's+37%
Housing tenure
71.1%
28.9%
Owner71.1%
Renter28.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Gulf Hills, MS has changed in 5 years

Income
$52,307 → $72,839
up 39.3%
Population
8,825 → 8,451
down 4.2%
Renter share
22.3% → 28.9%
+6.6 pts
Bachelor's+
34.6% → 37%
+2.4 pts
Median age
33 → 35.1
+2.1 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Gulf Hills, MS now reports about $72,839, up from $52,307 in 2021. Census counts show Gulf Hills, MS losing about 374 residents over the five-year window, down 4.2% on net. The renter share has risen from 22.3% to 28.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 34.6% to 37% across the same window.

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Gulf Hills rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Gulf Hills. Click any size for full breakdown.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Gulf Hills is $1,553/mo as of August 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,412/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,189/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,550/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($72,839/yr), Gulf Hills ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf Hills an affordable city for renters?

Gulf Hills is considered affordable for renters. At $1,553/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($72,839/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gulf Hills falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gulf Hills?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $62,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,553/mo in Gulf Hills. The local median household income is $72,839/yr, meaning the typical Gulf Hills household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gulf Hills?

Rent in Gulf Hills has increased 7.8% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Gulf Hills rent compare to other cities in Mississippi?

Gulf Hills is one of the pricier cities in Mississippi for rent, ranking #8 out of 29 tracked cities at $1,553/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Gulf Hills?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Gulf Hills ($1,553/mo): Moss Point ($1,228/mo), Biloxi ($1,340/mo), Gautier ($1,480/mo).

What percentage of Gulf Hills residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.9% of Gulf Hills households are renters, while 71.1% are owner-occupied. Gulf Hills leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Gulf Hills rent compare to the national average?

Gulf Hills's median rent of $1,553/mo is $409 (21%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Mississippi, it ranks #8 out of 29 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,553/mo, rent takes ~26% of Gulf Hills's median household income ($72,839/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Gulf Hills 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.7%
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