Gautier, MS—39553
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Gautier, MS
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Gautier, MS is $184,000, with a year-over-year change of 1.7%. This indicates that home prices in Gautier, MS are increasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is -0.2%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $184,000 | 1.7% |
| Single Family | $186,000 | 1.1% |
| Condos | $83,000 | -2.4% |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $105,000 | -4.5% |
3 Bed | $193,000 | 2.7% |
4 Bed | $230,000 | 2.2% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Gautier, MS
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Gautier, MS is $1,500, with a year-over-year rent change of -1.3%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Gautier, MS is 1-bedrooms: $1,520, 2-bedrooms: $1,360, 3-bedrooms: $1,540, 4-bedrooms: $1,730. The most common rental property sizes in Gautier, MS are 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom, accounting for 42.8% and 31.5% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,580 | $1,500 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,590 | $1,520 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,310 | $1,360 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,500 | $1,540 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $1,700 | $1,730 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Gautier, MS
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Gautier, MS is 63. This is a decrease of -18.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market shorter than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 23.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $206,000 | -3.0% |
Listing Count | 111 | 21.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.7% | 21.0% |
Days on Market | 63 | -18.0% |
Demographics — Gautier, MS
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Gautier, MS has a population of 17,600, which has increased by 2.4% over the past 5 years. Gautier, MS is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 24.3% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 18.5% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 4.5% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 17,600 | 2.4% |
% Under 18 | 24.3% | -6.5% |
% Seniors | 15.1% | 0.7% |
% WFH | 4.5% | 200.0% |
% w/ College Degree | 18.5% | -15.1% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Gautier, MS is a predominantly white area, with 55.4% of the population identifying as white. The white population has grown by 9.7% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Gautier, MS is black, making up 28.3% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 3.3% of the population in Gautier, MS, and this percentage has decreased by 5.7% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting fewer immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 55.4% | 9.7% |
% Black | 28.3% | -22.3% |
% Hispanic | 12.2% | 14.0% |
% Asian | 1.0% | -69.7% |
% Foreign Born | 3.3% | -5.7% |
Mortgage and Risk — Gautier, MS
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 258 mortgage originations in Gautier, MS, of which 54.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 74.0%, with 45.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Gautier, MS. Investor activity is low, as 3.0% of loans were by investors. 17.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 258 |
% Conventional Loans | 54.0% |
% Government Loans | 46.0% |
% Investor Loans | 3.0% |
% Second Loans | 2.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 17.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Gautier, MS
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Gautier, MS under the Section 8 program is 28.6%. This is considered high, suggesting that the neighborhood is heavily composed of Section 8 homes. Section 8 opportunity is good when HUD pays more than market rent. 4-bedroom units appear to be good home sizes to consider for Section 8 housing in Gautier, MS, because HUD payments exceed market rent, while 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom units do not.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 549 |
Total Units Section 8 | 522 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 28.6% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 83.1% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | -$660 | $1,590 | $930 |
| 2 Bedroom | -$260 | $1,310 | $1,050 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$90 | $1,500 | $1,410 |
| 4 Bedroom | $50 | $1,700 | $1,750 |
Affordability — Gautier, MS
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 2.7 |
| Median Home Price | $184,000 |
| Median Household Income | $63,100 |