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Welcoming all

to South Mississippi

Looking to relocate to Harrison County? Join one of our coastal communities, each infused with easy living, generous hospitality, and with a cost of living significantly lower than the national average.

The Coast’s cost of living is below the U.S. average, and coastal communities (including Biloxi, Ocean Springs, Bay St. Louis, Gulfport) have repeatedly been voted among America’s most affordable beach towns by multiple publications.

  • Median home value: $235,280

  • Centrally located with easy commutes to other counties

Data source: ESRI

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Key facts

215,311

harrison county population

$69,680

average manufacturing wage

92.5

cost of living index score

Where education thrives. from early learning to higher learning, Harrison County has it all.

Harrison County has a wealth of educational resources available. Its public school system alone encompasses 24 schools, serving approximately 15,000 students across kindergarten through 12th grade.

Beyond primary and secondary education, Harrison County supports a robust higher-education and workforce training infrastructure:

  • Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC) maintains a Harrison County Campus with technical, vocational and associate-degree programs.

  • The University of Southern Mississippi (Gulf Park campus, in Long Beach) offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in over 50 academic fields, including unique programs such as ocean engineering.

  • Nearby private institutions and satellite campuses also serve the region, providing diverse educational opportunities.

With this full spectrum, from early learning through K–12 to higher education and technical training), Harrison County is positioned to support the talent pipelines and innovation needs of relocating industries.

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our communities

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  • D’Iberville is a growing city on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, known for its vibrant shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations. With a strong sense of community and easy access to the Gulf, D’Iberville blends modern amenities with coastal charm.

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  • As Mississippi’s second-largest city, Gulfport is a thriving hub of commerce with a deep-water port, international trade access, and a diverse workforce. Its strong infrastructure and business-friendly climate make it a prime location for companies seeking growth and connectivity across the Gulf South and beyond.

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  • Long Beach combines the advantages of a well-educated workforce and a strategic Gulf Coast location with a community that values innovation and entrepreneurship. With excellent schools, a supportive business environment, and room to grow, it offers long-term opportunity for companies of all sizes.

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  • Pass Christian offers investors and entrepreneurs a unique balance of coastal quality of life and access to regional markets. Its historic charm, forward-looking leadership, and proximity to major transportation routes create an ideal environment for businesses to thrive while enjoying a strong, connected community.

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  • Biloxi is one of the oldest communities in the country, having first been settled in 1699. Today, the city is a cultural melting pot, with a year ’round schedule of celebrations, set against a backdrop of sugar-white sand beaches, great deep-sea or freshwater fishing, an array of championship golf courses, museums and historic sites, tantalizing seafood restaurants, and the excitement of 24-hour, non-stop casino resorts.

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