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Diamondhead

Diamondhead, MS, is a suburban/coastal city on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in Hancock County, originally developed in the late 1960s as a planned resort golfing community.

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Welcome to Diamondhead

Diamondhead, MS, is a suburban/coastal city on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in Hancock County, originally developed in the late 1960s as a planned resort golfing community. It is located about 20 miles west of Gulfport and just north of Bay St. Louis, offering easy access to I-10, water recreation (rivers, lakes, and nearby beaches), golf courses, parks, and community amenities such as tennis courts and community pools.
 
Currently, this community is mostly residential, but as it continues to grow, more shopping and dining options are emerging. Because of its true neighborhood feel, retirees and families who work at the nearby Stennis Space Center choose Diamondhead as their place to live.
 
The median home value in Diamondhead is around $240,000–$270,000, reflecting stable demand and moderate pricing compared with larger coastal cities. Residential options include a mix of small condos, ranch-style homes, contemporary or mid-century modern designs, and new construction.

 

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Overview for Diamondhead, MS

9,338 people live in Diamondhead, where the median age is 52.2 and the average individual income is $46,050. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

9,338

Total Population

52.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$46,050

Average individual Income

Around Diamondhead, MS

There's plenty to do around Diamondhead, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

40
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
35
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Wicked Pig, Panola's Cafe, and Subway.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.51 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.73 miles 13 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining · $ 4.33 miles 6 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining · $$ 4.26 miles 11 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining · $ 4.29 miles 98 reviews 4.7/5 stars
Dining 4.89 miles 7 reviews 4.7/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Diamondhead, MS

Diamondhead has 4,205 households, with an average household size of 2.2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Diamondhead do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 9,338 people call Diamondhead home. The population density is 923.73 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

9,338

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

52.2

Median Age

48.4 / 51.6%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
4,205

Total Households

2.2

Average Household Size

$46,050

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes
Diamondhead

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