Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
22%
Long Beach
Long Beach, MS Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,079
Population
16,252
Renter Mix
35% Rent
Discover the local charm in this beachfront city
Beachfront
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College Town
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Historic
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Local Restaurants
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Great Schools
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Sandy beaches, great schools, and local eateries define this large, beachfront city. Long Beach, Mississippi is a wonderful place for the whole family. It’s zoned into the Long Beach School District with a multitude of public schools, filled with dedicated teachers and faculty and great athletic programs. The University of Southern Mississippi resides in Long Beach, bringing a vibrant, youthful vibe to the town. A highly visited landmark and tourist attraction near the university is the Friendship Oak. This large, live oak tree is a celebrated campus landmark that dates back to 1487.
Local businesses and restaurants are a staple to the community, such as Harbor View Café. Enjoy classics like fried pickles and po’boys paired with a delicious cocktail on an outdoor patio with views of the gulf. Right on the beach, you’ll discover Steve’s Marina, a two-story beachfront cafe and bar. Their nautical theme goes perfectly with their seafood staples. After you find your apartment in Long Beach, take the time to sit on the sandy beaches, soak in the sun, and breathe in the fresh air.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$67,602
Average: $79,367
Education
4,323
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,619
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Long Beach has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
35%
Non-Renters
65%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Long Beach, MS is $1,079 for one bedroom, $1,225 for two bedrooms, and $1,530 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Long Beach has increased by 2.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,079/month
804 Sq Ft
House
$1,731/month
1,045 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Long Beach, MS is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
453 Students
Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
687 Students
Thomas L Reeves Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
431 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
426 Students
Public
Grades K-8
453 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
932 Students
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
- Institute for Marine Mammal Studies
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Gulfport-Biloxi International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.