Harrison County
- Population
- 210,891
- Area
- 0.57 sq mi (1.49 km²), 0.41 sq mi water
- Median age
- 38.5
- Households
- 83,358
- Persons per household
- 2.5
- Median household income
- $59,479
- Median house value
- $212,200
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
Cities & Towns in Harrison County
Local News
Take Two on Tuesday with Mayor Karen Love (8/4/2026) – Boards
Mayor Karen Love explains how decision-making works in Gulfport, clarifying the roles of Community Development, the Board of Adjustments, and the Planning and Zoning Board in approving projects and variances. She also encourages residents to get involved by applying to serve on…
Take Two on Tuesday (7/28/2026)- Gulfport Connects*
*This video is a repost from the Two for Tuesday originally posted on May 12th, 2026. Mayor Karen Love highlights “Gulfport Connects,” a new City platform designed to coordinate residents, volunteers, and organizations by matching community needs with volunteer skills and…
Backpack & School Supply Drive
Help local students start the school year prepared by donating new backpacks and school supplies during the City of Gulfport's Backpack and School Supply Drive, in partnership with Fusion 49th District, Inc. Donations will be accepted through Wednesday, August 5, at Gulfport City…
I Love the Burg
Published July 28Gulfport’s Geckofest, back for year 26, is the regions weirdest, most wonderful festival
Gecko season means two things around here: chasing lizards out the back door (how did it even get inside?), and the return of Gulfport’s biggest annual event. The 26th annual […]