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Florence, SC vs Gulfport, MS

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Are people in Gulfport older or younger than people in Florence?
- The Median Age in Gulfport is 3.6 years younger than in Florence.

Are housing costs cheaper in Gulfport or Florence?
- Gulfport housing costs are 12.7% less expensive than Florence housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Gulfport or Florence?
- The average commute for residents of Gulfport is 1.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Florence.

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 Florence, SCGulfport, MSUnited States
 Population  Unlock72,468329,725,481
 Median Income$52,425  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$197,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.35  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Florence    18 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

The short version: high humidty+high temps+mosquitoes, high crime, terrible schools, poor dining choices, no outdoor activities, very few entertainment options,  More

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Some people have actually lived here for 30 years? I can't even imagine what your perspective is or what your life is like. Like anything in life, it's all about  More

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I've lived in Florence for over 30 years and think it's a great place to live, work and play. It's a progressive community that is welcoming to newcomers of all ages  More

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Reviews for Gulfport    15 Reviews

I am a retiree who moved to Gulfport, MS two years ago and am truly enjoying this charming beach town. The crime rate is relatively low as is the cost of living. Yes,  More

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Over 5 years ago

Here is an updated review in 2020. The last review I’ve seen was in 2011. A lot of things have changed. Specifically speaking about Gulfport, the population has grown.  More

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Apparently this forum is a place where people who can't or won't make their lives successful and happy come to blame the place they are living, which in this case is the  More

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