Family Relocation
Moving Your Whole Family
Whether you're moving with children, pets, aging parents, or the whole extended family — the Gulf Coast is ready to welcome you.
Moving with Children
- Ocean Springs School District earned an 'A' grade and the second-highest overall score in the state in 2025.
- Mississippi's national education ranking improved from 49th to 44th recently.
- Higher education options include MS Gulf Coast Community College, University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Park Campus, and Tulane University's Biloxi Campus.
- Family-friendly beaches, parks, and the Gulf Islands National Seashore offer abundant outdoor activities for children.
Moving with Pets
- Dogs are allowed on the sandy beaches of Ocean Springs and the Davis Bayou section of the Gulf Islands National Seashore.
- Harrison County (Biloxi/Gulfport) requires pets to be leashed on beaches.
- Hancock and Jackson counties are generally more permissive with pet policies.
- Multiple veterinary clinics, pet-friendly parks, and pet supply stores serve the coast.
Moving with Parents
- Enhanced homestead exemption for seniors 65+ can significantly reduce or eliminate property taxes.
- Social Security and up to $65,000 of retirement income are exempt from state taxes.
- VA Gulf Coast Medical Center in Biloxi provides comprehensive veteran healthcare.
- Memorial and Singing River health systems offer geriatric and specialized senior care.
Multigenerational Living
- Affordable housing market allows families to purchase larger homes or properties with detached guest houses.
- Builders like D.R. Horton construct 'MultiGen' homes with separate living spaces, kitchens, and bathrooms under one roof.
- Tax benefits for seniors combined with low cost of living make multigenerational arrangements financially practical.
- Strong community values and Southern hospitality create a supportive environment for extended families.