5 Cheapest Places to Live in the US Near the Beach

3. Gulfport

Cost of Living Index: 80.6

Gulfport is a city located in Harrison County, Mississippi, on the Gulf of Mexico. The city has a thriving arts community, with several galleries, studios, and public art displays. The city is also home to several festivals and events celebrating the arts, including the Gulfport Art Walk and the Gulfport Music Festival. Gulfport has several historical landmarks, including the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, Mississippi Coast Model Railroad Museum and the Busted Wrench Garage Museum.