Biloxi, MS Economy


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Biloxi, MS is a great place to live for those looking for an affordable cost of living. The average 2 bedroom rent in Biloxi is only $960 compared to the national average of $1,430. It also has a low grocery cost index of 95 versus 100 in the US. There are several large companies located in Biloxi such as Ingalls Shipbuilding, Mississippi Power, and Beau Rivage Resort & Casino. These companies help drive the local economy providing jobs and keeping the cost of living low. Whether you're looking for a career or just wanting to retire on a budget, Biloxi is the perfect city to call home.

Biloxi has an unemployment rate of 5.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Biloxi has seen the job market decrease by 0.0% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 28.2%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Biloxi
- The Sales Tax Rate for Biloxi is 7.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Biloxi is 5.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Biloxi
- The average income of a Biloxi resident is $23,155 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Biloxi resident is $51,289 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyBiloxi, MississippiUnited States
  5.86
  -4.0%-6.2%
  28.2%33.5%
  7.0%6.2%
  5.0%4.6%
  $29,624$37,638
  $51,289$69,021
  $65,284$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.7%1.2%
  0.4%0.5%
  7.4%6.8%
  5.4%10.0%
  1.0%2.5%
  9.7%11.0%
  2.7%4.8%
  2.7%0.8%
  0.8%1.9%
  2.5%4.7%
  2.8%1.9%
  4.3%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  3.5%4.2%
  9.4%9.3%
  13.6%14.0%
  9.5%2.1%
  12.4%7.0%
  3.6%4.8%
  7.7%4.7%
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I have lived in Biloxi, for roughly 2 years. However I have been to Biloxi on and off for years. Living in Biloxi is nice. There is plenty to do, shows, restaurants,  More

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Over 13 years ago

My husband is in the military and we recently moved to Biloxi/Gulfport area from southern California. We've been here only a short time, but I can tell you this: in  More

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Over 13 years ago

The school system is ranked so low nationally. My experience with the Biloxi School District explains this. The school board answers to no one and have no desire to  More

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