How much does it cost to rent in Moss Point, MS?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Moss Point, MS is $1,242. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Moss Point cheaper than other Mississippi cities?

Moss Point is among the more affordable cities in Mississippi, ranking #27 out of 28 cities at $1,242/mo.

When was Moss Point rent data last updated?

Moss Point rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · MS

Moss Point

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Pop. 11,957·27th most expensive in Mississippi·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,242/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-0.6%

vs US Median

-$723

Falling (Monthly)

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Moss Point · $1,242

More affordable than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

34% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,242/mo, rent takes about 34% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$50,000/yr

Local median income

$44,296/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Moss Point's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR

$760

2 BR

$888

3 BR

$1,198

4 BR+

$1,192

Research median

$888/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$14,904/yr

At $1,242/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Moss Point, MS is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

11,957

Median income

$44,296

Median age

44.6

Renters

27.8%

Age distribution

21.2%

16.7%

26.9%

14.1%

21.1%

Under 1821.2%

18–3416.7%

35–5426.9%

55–6414.1%

65+21.1%

Gender

46.6%

53.4%

Male46.6%

Female53.4%

Race & ethnicity

24.8%

68.7%

White24.8%

Black68.7%

Hispanic6.2%

Asian0.8%

Education (25+)

18.4%

35.9%

32%

13.7%

No HS diploma18.4%

HS diploma35.9%

Some college32%

Bachelor's+13.7%

Housing tenure

72.2%

27.8%

Owner72.2%

Renter27.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Moss Point, MS has changed in 5 years

Income

$43,471 → $44,296

up 1.9%

Population

12,282 → 11,957

down 2.6%

Renter share

26% → 27.8%

+1.8 pts

Bachelor's+

15.8% → 13.7%

-2.1 pts

Median age

41.7 → 44.6

+2.9 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $43,471 to $44,296 across the same window, up 1.9% versus 2021. Census counts show Moss Point, MS losing about 325 residents over the five-year window, down 2.6% on net. The renter share has risen from 26% to 27.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 15.8% to 13.7% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Moss Point on your salary?

At $1,242/mo, how Moss Point rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $76,529/yr · Rent = 19.5% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $54,335/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $62,589/yr · Rent = 23.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $111,869/yr · Rent = 13.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $142,941/yr · Rent = 10.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $50,876/yr · Rent = 29.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $45,935/yr · Rent = 32.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $56,619/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

By apartment size

Moss Point rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Moss Point. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Moss Point, MS

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Moss Point is $1,242/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $888/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $760/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,198/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($44,296/yr), Moss Point ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Moss Point an affordable city for renters?

Moss Point is considered moderate for renters. At $1,242/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($44,296/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Moss Point slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Moss Point?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,242/mo in Moss Point. The local median household income is $44,296/yr, meaning the typical Moss Point household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Moss Point?

Rent in Moss Point has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Moss Point rent compare to other cities in Mississippi?

Moss Point is one of the more affordable cities in Mississippi for rent, ranking #27 out of 28 tracked cities at $1,242/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Moss Point?

Pascagoula is nearby and more affordable at $1,166/mo, which is $76 less than Moss Point.

What percentage of Moss Point residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.8% of Moss Point households are renters, while 72.2% are owner-occupied. Moss Point leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Moss Point rent compare to the national average?

Moss Point's median rent of $1,242/mo is $723 (37%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Mississippi, it ranks #27 out of 28 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $1,242/mo, rent takes ~34% of Moss Point's median household income ($44,296/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Moss Point 34%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.7%

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