Gulfport-Biloxi Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the Gulfport-Biloxi metropolitan area. Median household income: $47,102/year. Vacancy rate: 7.5%.
2BR FMR
$787/mo
Median Income
$47,102
Vacancy Rate
7.5%
Rent Burden
20.1%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $47,102/year can afford up to $1,178/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $787/mo represents 20.1% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 7.5% in Gulfport-Biloxi indicates a loose rental market. Higher vacancy gives renters more options and potential leverage on pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Gulfport-Biloxi?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area is $787/month. 1BR: $640, 3BR: $1,016.
What is the vacancy rate in Gulfport-Biloxi?
The rental vacancy rate in Gulfport-Biloxi is 7.5%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is Gulfport-Biloxi affordable for renters?
With a median income of $47,102 and 2BR rent at $787/mo, rent takes about 20% of income in Gulfport-Biloxi.
Compare with Other Metro Areas
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2BR: $2,412/mo
New York-Newark-Jersey City
2BR: $2,293/mo
San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley
2BR: $2,200/mo
Honolulu
2BR: $1,937/mo
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim
2BR: $1,888/mo
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad
2BR: $1,856/mo
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura
2BR: $1,761/mo
Santa Cruz-Watsonville
2BR: $1,760/mo
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