37 movers in Ocean Springs
Handy Dandy Moving Service
"We called a few moving companies and chose Handy dandy based on their A rating with the BBB and their reasonable prices they quoted us. They aren't the cheapest but they are well below the expensive companies that charge hourly rates. They had a p..."
AD Movers
"This company was recommended by a friend. They arrived exactly on time. The estimate they gave was very close to the actual move time. I was so please with their professional, friendly manner in my move. They were timely, and handled every..."
Southern Heritage Transfer & Storage
"I recently moved from Vicksburg, MS to San Diego, CA. I hired Southern Heritage out of Jackson, MS for the move. This was a full move. They came in and packed me up on Thursday and then moved me Friday. I couldn't have asked for a better experi..."
AWESOME MOVING SERVICES
"Awesome Moving Services made my move a breeze! They were fast, efficient, and handled everything with care. I felt confident my belongings were in safe hands. Highly recommend for a stress-free move!"
Changing Spaces Moving
"The ladies in the office are amazingly nice and helpful and remained so through our entire experience. They were short movers so we only got 2. They disappeared for 2 1/2 hours for lunch on a 4.5 mile move. They broke our antique table. Suffice it..."
Abba Movers
"I give these guys 5 stars because they are polite, they work hard, and in the end they are true to what they promise. I needed to move my mom from Ponchatoula LA to Cypress TX. It's about a 5 hour drive. Nick was the guy who quoted a fair price an..."
Modern Movers & Storage
"Very inconsistent work. The first time we used them we were given great service. The second time was a complete nightmare which is a nightmare that I am living box after box that I open that they have handled. I have moved no less than 10 times in..."
Mint Moving and Storage
"Im a 70 year old senior and in April contacted Mint Moving for my move to Washington State. My estimate was 2315 plus 300 for a trunk added later. I sent them a deposit of $1482 and they had a broker pick my belongings on April 24. I paid this per..."
What to know when moving to Ocean Springs, MS
Ocean Springs at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community with 40.1% of residents holding a bachelor's degree and 28.8% renting their homes.
- The Major Draw:
- Median household income is $77,300, providing a solid financial base for residents.
- The Reality Check:
- With 0% of residents using public transit, it is a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,314 in monthly rent when considering housing options.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
Ocean Springs has a population of 42,295, bringing a median household income of $77,300. This financial backdrop supports a housing market where the median gross rent is $1,314 and the median home value is $220,000. With 28.8% of residents renting, the community reflects a mix of ownership and renting.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Mississippi, the crime rates show a notable trend towards safety improvement, with property crime down 29.6% since 2022. The annual rates per 100,000 residents are as follows:
- Violent crime: 221.8 (compared to the national rate of 325.3, which is 31.8% lower)
- Property crime: 1272.4 (17.7% lower than the national rate of 1546.9)
- Notable trend: Homicide rate decreased by 12.7% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Mississippi).
Weather & Getting Outside
Jackson County receives about 47.7 inches of rainfall annually, spread over roughly 62 rainy days. This means you might want to keep an umbrella handy year-round. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy several local parks and recreational spots.
- Fort Maurepas City Park & Nature Preserve: 4.6 stars (1,210 reviews)
- Ocean Springs Beach: 4.6 stars (672 reviews)
- Hiller Park: 4.5 stars (950 reviews)
- Walter Anderson Museum of Art: 4.9 stars (622 reviews)
Source: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
