Biloxi

Biloxi, Mississippi Overview

Biloxi scores 48.7/100 overall (C), ranking #9 of 20 cities in Mississippi — above the state composite of 31.5. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 85/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 15/100.

Income & Employment in Biloxi

The median household income in Biloxi is $55,958, 6% above the statewide median of $52,985. The local unemployment rate of 2.8% is lower than the state’s 3.7%. Population declined 0.5%.

Safety in Biloxi

Biloxi’s violent crime rate of 357.4 per 100,000 runs above the Mississippi average of 270. The property crime rate is 3108.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Biloxi

With a cost of living index of 89.3, Biloxi is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $203,200. Median monthly rent is $1,051. Renters spend 22.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Biloxi

The adult obesity rate in Biloxi is 35.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.5%. Residents report an average of 17.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Mississippi ranks #47 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Biloxi

Biloxi has a high school graduation rate of 89.7%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.8:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,364. The city has 13 public schools serving 10,133 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Biloxi

The annual average temperature in Biloxi is 70.8°F. Summers average 84.5°F. Winters average 58.1°F. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches.

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