Gautier, MS vs Punta Gorda, FL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Gautier
77
#286 nationally
Punta Gorda
74
#651 nationally
Punta Gorda leads in crime level (3.1 vs 6.8). Punta Gorda leads in walk score (14 vs 8). Gautier leads in cost of living index (92 vs 124).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gautier, MS | Punta Gorda, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 77 (#286) | 74 (#651) |
| Population | 19,021 | 20,227 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $189,481 | $335,133 |
| Median Household Income | $57,757 | $75,898 |
| Average Commute | 24.1 min | 23.5 min |
| Walk Score | 8 | 14 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 3.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 124 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+39.9 | R+34.0 |
C+
77 Score
Gautier, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$189,481
Population
19,021
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
8
Southeast
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C
74 Score
Punta Gorda, FL
Small Florida city with local appeal
Median Home
$335,133
Population
20,227
Crime
Low
Walk Score
14
Southeast
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