Apartments for Rent in Bay Saint Louis, MS

Are you interested in renting in Bay St. Louis? It sits on one side of the mouth of the bay from which it gets its name. This small, sun-soaked, seaside city straddles US-90, but can be easily reached from the I-10 as well. From here, an hour or two of driving will take you to New Orleans or Baton Rouge or out of the state of Mississippi altogether. Although it suffered significant damage as a result of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Bay St. Louis has recovered well and is now a thriving city whose seaside location and lively atmosphere are a major draw for prospective new residents. The cost of living in Bay St. Louis is relatively affordable, with housing prices reflecting the area's appeal and growth.

The median income in Bay St. Louis of $38,130 falls well below the national average, and it must be noted that the poverty level is relatively high. This doesn't, however, mean that there aren't plenty of opportunities - indeed, the unemployment rate is a full percentage point below the national average. The retail, manufacturing, and hospitality industries all have a strong presence in Bay St. Louis, accounting for over a third of jobs in the city. Many workers also make a living in either healthcare or construction. The city is a mix of blue-collar and white-collar professions, and the city is in general fairly well-educated, with 26.83% of people holding a college degree or higher qualification - slightly above the national and state averages.

There is a decent selection of public schools open to families in Bay St. Louis, most of which are rated fairly well for academic achievement, extra-curricular opportunities, and the college readiness of their pupils. Though not outstanding, the schools in this city do perform well compared to the average of schools across the state. There are fewer private schools here, and those that do exist are rated about equally with their public school counterparts.