Long Beach

MS

Harrison County, Mississippi

Population 211K |Median income $59,479 |7 hospitals

Population
210,891
Harrison County
Median Income
$59,479
-12% vs avg
Median Home Value
$212,200
-7% vs avg
Median Age
38.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
211K+11%
Median Income
$59,479+38%
Median Home Value
$212,200+48%
Poverty Rate
17.1%-14%
Unemployment
6.7%-26%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,115/mo
Poverty Rate
17.1% +20% vs avg
Unemployment 6.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27.5%
Work From Home 7.1%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 62.1%
African American 23.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 5%
Asian 2.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
42.3%
Short Sleep Duration
40.1%
Obesity
36.5%
Physical Inactivity
35%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
Current Smoking
16.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.4%
Diabetes
14.1%
Binge Drinking
13.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 9.9%
Annual Checkup 81.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.2%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
1
★
1
Average Rating
2.8/5
Total Hospitals
7
With ER
4
VA GULF COAST HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
BILOXI · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AT GULFPORT
GULFPORT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
SINGING RIVER GULFPORT
GULFPORT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
Memorial Hospital Biloxi
BILOXI · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Long Beach Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Long Beach, MS? ▼
Long Beach, MS has a population of 210,891 people, located in Harrison County, Mississippi.
What is the median household income in Long Beach? ▼
The median household income in Long Beach, MS is $59,479 per year. The poverty rate is 17.1%.
What is the median home value in Long Beach? ▼
The median home value in Long Beach, MS is $212,200. Median rent is $1,115/month.
What are the top health concerns in Long Beach? ▼
The top health indicators in Long Beach include High Blood Pressure (42.3%), Short Sleep Duration (40.1%), Obesity (36.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Long Beach? ▼
Long Beach has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Long Beach? ▼
The median age in Long Beach, MS is 38.5 years. 27.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Long Beach, MS is located in Harrison County, Mississippi. With a population of 211K and a median household income of $59,479, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 2.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Long Beach area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Harrison County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.