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Moss Point, MS vs Punta Gorda, FL

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Are people in Punta Gorda older or younger than people in Moss Point?
- The Median Age in Punta Gorda is 23.5 years older than in Moss Point.

Are housing costs cheaper in Punta Gorda or Moss Point?
- Punta Gorda housing costs are 232.6% more expensive than Moss Point housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Punta Gorda or Moss Point?
- The average commute for residents of Punta Gorda is 6.1 minutes longer than it is for residents of Moss Point.

Things to do in Moss Point?
Moss Point, MS is an inviting small city south of Pascagoula full of amazing places to explore like Lorraine Island Wildlife Sanctuary displaying its unique environment or Escatawpa Hollow Park ideal for camping; they organize vivid festivals like Moss Point Seafood Festival every September.

Things to do in Punta Gorda?
Punta Gorda, FL is a delightful city southwest of Sarasota boasting several spectacular sights such as Fishermen's Village displaying its unique environment or Laishley Park great for recreational activities; they hold vibrant events like Seafood & Music Festival each March.

 Moss Point, MSPunta Gorda, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock19,230329,725,481
 Median Income$43,471  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock65.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$116,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.92  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Moss Point    2 Reviews

Over 8 years ago

I came here from Maine believing that like Maine, my service dog would be allowed anywhere I am. Come to find out that in Moss Point, MS hotels, service dogs are not  More

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Over 12 years ago

I purchased a house today in Moss Point Mississippi and at closing I found out that where the house is located in Moss Point I will have to pay both CITY and COUNTY  More

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Reviews for Punta Gorda    15 Reviews

When we were visiting different cities in Florida, we quickly realised that Punta Gorda is the friendliest gulf coast town in south Florida BY FAR! My wife and I bought  More

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I haven't lived in Punta Gorda, so I'm not sure about every nook and cranny of the place, however I did visit for about a month during the winter and about another 2  More

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Over 8 years ago

We have lived here for six years and enjoy it very much. One gets used to the summers but they are uncomfortable. The fishing is pretty good - used to be much better.  More

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