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Introduction to Gautier, Mississippi
Gautier, Mississippi, in Jackson county, is 16 miles E of Biloxi, Mississippi and 92 miles E of New Orleans, Louisiana. The city is in the Biloxi-Gulfport-Pascagoula area. There are 11,681 residents in Gautier.
Gautier History
Gautier was founded by Fernando Upton Gautier in 1867. He established a sawmill business in the area, which led to the rapid development of Gautier. Gautier’s home is now used for public and private events.
Gautier and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Gautier
Shepard State Park and Bacot Park come with recreational facilities that attract tourists and residents alike. The Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge is another popular local recreational spot. The Walter Anderson Museum of Art is also a favorite among tourists. Each Ocvtober, the Mullet Festival is held in the city.
Gautier Transportation
Trent Lott International is the nearest major airport.
Gautier Higher Education
There are several colleges and universities that offer facilities for higher education. These include Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, the University of South Alabama, Bishop State Community College and the University of South Alabama-Baldwin.
Gautier strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Mississippi):
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| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Comparing Gautier to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Mississippi (State):
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