District 3, Mississippi
District 3 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 3 is a geographic entity located in Harrison County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 37,458. The land area covers 137.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37,458 | ±1,222 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,063 | ±630 | 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 | 17,628 | ±635 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,063 | ±630 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,565 | ±322 |
| Median Home Value | $227,500 | ±$10,040 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,163 | ±$55 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,854 | ±$5,989 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,427 | ±$2,644 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,343 | ±817 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,082 | ±803 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.5% | ±5.3% |
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 | 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 | PK-05 | Gulfport, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Gulfport, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PASS CHRISTIAN, 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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Chris Beauty College
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College Vocational | 9.4 mi away | 1265 Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS, 39501 |
2288642920101
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PASS CHRISTIAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 111 HIERN AVENUE, PASS CHRISTIAN, MS, 39505 |
(228) 452-4596
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Blue Cliff College-Gulfport
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College | 13.1 mi away | 12251 Bernard Pkwy, Gulfport, MS, 39503 |
22889697270000
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LONG BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 209 JEFF DAVIS AVENUE, LONG BEACH, MS, 39560 |
(228) 863-0711
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BAY ST. LOUIS - HANCOCK COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 312 HIGHWAY 90, BAY ST. LOUIS, MS, 39520 |
(228) 467-5282
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GULFPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 1708 25TH AVENUE, GULFPORT, MS, 39501 |
(228) 871-7171
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EAST HANCOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 4545 SHEPHERD SQUARE, DIAMONDHEAD, MS, 39525 |
(228) 255-4800
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WAVELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 345 COLEMAN AVENUE, WAVELAND, MS, 39576 |
(228) 467-9240
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LIBRARIES UNBOUND
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 12135 OLD HIGHWAY 49, GULFPORT, MS, 39503 |
(228) 539-0110
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ORANGE GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 12135 OLD HIGHWAY 49, GULFPORT, MS, 39503 |
(228) 396-9573
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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 GULFPORT NAVAL CTR, MS US, located 6.6 miles from District 3. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.9° | 43.7° | 52.3° | 5.79" | 0.0" |
| February | 64.4° | 46.6° | 55.5° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| March | 69.8° | 52.8° | 61.3° | 5.52" | 0.1" |
| April | 76.0° | 59.7° | 67.8° | 5.63" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.7° | 67.4° | 75.0° | 5.31" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.3° | 72.9° | 80.1° | 7.39" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.2° | 75.1° | 82.6° | 7.99" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.9° | 75.0° | 82.5° | 7.02" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.8° | 70.8° | 78.8° | 5.94" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.3° | 60.8° | 70.1° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| November | 69.7° | 50.6° | 60.1° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| December | 63.0° | 46.0° | 54.5° | 4.99" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pass Christian city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| DeLisle CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Long Beach city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Henderson Point CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Bay St. Louis city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Diamondhead city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2804791692. • 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.