District 2, Mississippi
District 2 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 2 is a geographic entity located in Harrison County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 56,279. The land area covers 152.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56,279 | ±2,018 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 22,124 | ±854 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 24,744 | ±864 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 22,124 | ±854 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,620 | ±527 |
| Median Home Value | $222,700 | ±$5,355 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,125 | ±$49 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,203 | ±$4,126 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,535 | ±$1,757 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,072 | ±1,345 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.2% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 24,816 | ±1,453 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.9% | ±2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 213,730 (2024)
ID: 168569
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX CC, GULFPORT MS 39502-0860
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gulfport, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gulfport, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Biloxi, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BAY ST LOUIS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bay St. Louis, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Gulfport, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Gulfport, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Gulfport, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Biloxi, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Biloxi, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Blue Cliff College-Gulfport
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College | 10.7 mi away | 12251 Bernard Pkwy, Gulfport, MS, 39503 |
22889697270000
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LIBRARIES UNBOUND
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 12135 OLD HIGHWAY 49, GULFPORT, MS, 39503 |
(228) 539-0110
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Chris Beauty College
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College Vocational | 12.2 mi away | 1265 Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS, 39501 |
2288642920101
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ORANGE GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 12135 OLD HIGHWAY 49, GULFPORT, MS, 39503 |
(228) 396-9573
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Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
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College | 17.3 mi away | 51 Main Street, Perkinston, MS, 39573 |
8667351122
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SAUCIER CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 24014 CHURCH AVENUE, SAUCIER, MS, 39574 |
(228) 539-4419
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GULFPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 1708 25TH AVENUE, GULFPORT, MS, 39501 |
(228) 871-7171
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WILLIAM AND DOLORES MAULDIN LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 25 MCHENRY SCHOOL DRIVE, MCHENRY, MS, 39561 |
(601) 528-9465
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WOOLMARKET LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 8455 WOOLMARKET ROAD, BILOXI, MS, 39532 |
(228) 354-9464
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LONG BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 209 JEFF DAVIS AVENUE, LONG BEACH, MS, 39560 |
(228) 863-0711
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SAUCIER EXP FOREST, MS US, located 10.1 miles from District 2. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.4° | 40.6° | 51.0° | 5.61" | 0.0" |
| February | 65.6° | 43.6° | 54.6° | 4.80" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.5° | 49.3° | 60.4° | 5.68" | 0.1" |
| April | 77.1° | 55.3° | 66.2° | 6.28" | 0.0" |
| May | 83.6° | 62.8° | 73.2° | 6.71" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.3° | 69.1° | 78.7° | 6.94" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.0° | 71.5° | 80.8° | 7.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.8° | 71.3° | 80.5° | 7.11" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.7° | 67.3° | 77.0° | 5.81" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.4° | 57.4° | 68.4° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| November | 69.9° | 47.4° | 58.6° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| December | 63.6° | 42.2° | 52.9° | 5.68" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyman CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Saucier CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Gulfport city | City | 10.4 mi | — |
| DeLisle CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
| Long Beach city | City | 12.4 mi | — |
| Diamondhead city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2804790954. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.