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Ocean Springs, MS
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Population: 18,275
Home Price: $184,800
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Overview
Ocean Springs is a small city in the state of Mississippi with a population of 18,275. Ocean Springs has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(B) Good
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(B) Good
Safety Rating:
(D) Fair
Public Transport:
(B) Good
Average Commute:
29.1 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Ocean Springs, MS
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Ocean Springs
Mississippi
United States
Per Capita Income
$35,481
$23,075
$32,693
Median Household Income
$63,653
$43,206
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
6.0%
7.8%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
19.4%
10.5%
Age
Ocean Springs
Mississippi
United States
Median Age
41.8
38.3
42.3
Gender
Ocean Springs
Mississippi
United States
Male
50.8%
47.4%
49.8%
Female
49.2%
52.6%
50.2%
Race
Ocean Springs
Mississippi
United States
White
84.6%
53.2%
80.3%
Black or African American
4.7%
40.9%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.0%
1.3%
2.7%
Asian
4.3%
0.7%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
1.1%
1.5%
2.7%
Multiracial
5.3%
2.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Ocean Springs
Mississippi
United States
Median Home Price
$184,800
$103,931
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$925
$521
$801
Family Households
46.6%
46.6%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
27.9%
27.9%
26.2%
Homeowners
70.0%
67.5%
72.9%
Renters
30.0%
32.5%
27.1%
Education
Ocean Springs
Mississippi
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
2.7%
12.6%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
20.3%
20.3%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
24.5%
20.7%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
11.1%
10.0%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
24.5%
12.1%
15.0%
Proficiency
Ocean Springs
Mississippi
United States
Mathematics
63.5%
42.8%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
59.0%
38.0%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Ocean Springs
Mississippi
United States
Murder
0.0
9.9
3.0
Rape
22.4
35.9
38.0
Robbery
22.4
58.9
40.7
Assault
84.0
226.3
188.5
Property Crime
Ocean Springs
Mississippi
United States
Burglary
375.1
684.8
336.1
Theft
2183.2
2347.0
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
195.9
189.5
167.1
Arson
5.6
10.0
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Ocean Springs, MS
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
sushi
fried food
beer
wine
seafood
chef
fresh seafood
fresh produce
cajun
craft beer
pasta
parrains
dining experience
chili
milkshakes
seafood platter
hibachi
restaurants
cajun creole
cafe
high school football
football
video games
avid sports
college football
hs football
baseball
fantasy football
golf
college basketball
basketball
tournaments
poker
teams
nascar
boxing
nfl
esports
athlete
coaches
clay sculpture
concept artist
sculptu
comics
mixed media
nft
fashion
photography
original artwork
icon
animegame
creative
nfts
furaffinity
theatre
poems
design illustration
comic
drawing
nftcollectors
spending time
spare time
video games
playing guitar
political shitposting
anime
books
liberaltarian
cosplayer anime
side hustle
comics
manga anime
random thoughts
motorcycles
reading writing
comics movies
nascar
sox fanatic
road trips
photography
sports
music videos
talk radio
political shitposting
award winning
tv
liberaltarian
public relations
booking
fashion
sox fanatic
fashion beauty
television
photography
booking agent
indie
producer
multimedia
hiphop
creative
sports
space
beach
summer
photography
guest rooms
pool
backyard
winter
gardening
dining
nature
tents
camping
pickleball
facility
tranquil beaches
arts
fishing
astronomy
browse our
drive thru
dollar tree
container store
convenience store
amazon
thrift store
liquor store
boutique
online shopping
gift card
walmart
apparel
restaurants
clothing
gas station
etsy
groceries
cafe
mall
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