It all

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HERE.

Harrison County, Mississippi
on the Gulf of Mexico
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Harrison County

MISSISSIPPI

100000
POPULATION

(GAIN OF 11%)

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Lowest Cost of Living in US
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Veteran %-2X NAT. AVG
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County Labor Force

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Total Employed in County

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Unemployment Rate

(Seasonally Adjusted) 

$ 10000
AVERAGE WAGE
$ 10000
Average Manufacturing Wage
COST OF LIVING INDEX
Harrison County 89.8%
Gulfport-Biloxi MSA 88.5%
Gulfport-Biloxi MSA 88.5%

U.S. = 100

$ 10000
median household income
10000 %
Poverty Rate

RIGHT TO WORK STATE

0 %
private union membership in county

PROFITS

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HERE.

Our tax structure is one of the more advantageous in the US for both business and individuals.

BUSINESS

flows

HERE.

Harrison County, MS and neighboring counties are home to some of the world’s industry leading companies. Air Force, Navy, National Guard and Coast Guard bases including Keesler Air Force Base and the Naval Construction Battalion Center also contribute to the area’s economy and quality of life.

GROWTH

flows

HERE.

Our business-friendly tax and working environment, low cost of living, low average wages, low private union membership level and so much more mean that you have more to invest in your business for future growth.

CARGO

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HERE.

CARGO flows HERE. Four incredible options to bring in supplies and ship goods — our deepwater Port of Gulfport on the Gulf of Mexico for containers and bulk cargo, our International airport, 286,000 lb rail capacity with three Class 1 railconnections (KCS, CSX, CN) reaching across North America and the I-10 east-west corridor running right through our county.

POTENTIAL

flows

HERE.

More profits can flow to your bottom line with a corporate state income tax of 5%, no tax on electricity and fuel used in manufacturing, an average wage of $39,619, an average manufacturing wage of $59,626 along with the #1 lowest cost of living in the country. 

DEVELOPMENT

flows

HERE.

1700-acre development-ready site. Full utilities and rail service. Interstate visibility and access. Building costs 30% less than other locations.

WORKFORCE

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HERE.

Right-to-work state. Labor force of 206,466 within a 50-mile radius. Military bases in the area provide workers with specialized skills and many retirees remain. We are a right to work state with 3.2% private union membership in our county.

STEM

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HERE.

As jobs requiring science, technology, engineering and math skills outstrip demand in many parts of the country, our schools, community colleges and universities are determined to keep up. Business and industry continue to support, encourage and provide funding for innovative programs to inspire STEM skill development.

EDUCATION

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HERE.

Universities, technical schools, community colleges, traditional public schools and private schools are all represented and available in Harrison County. Students begin exploring career opportunities early ensuring a pipeline of skilled labor. Community colleges provide training support for students and employers.

LIFE

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HERE.

Affordable housing and cost of living. Compared to the rest of the country, Harrison County’s cost of living is 9.4% lower than the US average. Quality education and healthcare systems. Rich history and culture with festivals and events throughout the year.  A breathtaking backdrop of the Gulf of Mexico, which also provides an array of activities.

CONVERSATIONS

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HERE.

CONVERSATIONS

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https://www.mscoast.org

Harrison County Development Commission


12281 Intraplex Parkway
Gulfport, MS 39503

228.896.5020 phone
228.896.6020 fax

 

General email questions:
info@mscoast.org