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Gulfport, Mississippi's cost of living is 15% lower than the national average. The cost of living in any area can vary based on factors such as your career, its average salary and the real estate market of that area.
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In summary, Gulfport provides a more affordable lifestyle compared to many U.S. cities, particularly in housing and healthcare, making it an attractive option for those seeking a lower cost of living.
NCBC Gulfport is located in a hurricane possibility area. Hurricane Season extends from June through the end of November. Residents of base housing may be mandated to evacuate to off base shelters if hurricanes occur. Classes are offered at FFSC to educate service members and families on how to prepare for and stay safe during hurricane season. If you are traveling, keep in contact with your sponsor or your command. Watch weather channels for storm updates and be prepared to delay your arrival if a mandatory evacuation occurs. For recorded updates on weather, call 228-871-4777.
Defense Service Network (DSN) Dialing Instructions
The DSN is the provider of long-distance communications service for the Department of Defense (DoD). Every installation has a special DSN number and the numbers vary by world-wide location. In order to place a call using DSN, the caller must be using a military phone on an installation. Cell phones cannot dial DSN numbers. When dialing a DSN number from a United States installation to another United States installation, it is unnecessary to dial the DSN 312 area code. When dialing a DSN number to/from overseas locations, the DSN area code must be included. The operator can be reached at commercial (719) 567-1110. Please note that long distance charges may be incurred.
The NCBC mission is to maintain and operate facilities and provide services and material in support of Naval Construction Force Units, to include Amphibious Construction Fleet Units, the Maritime Prepositioning Force (Enhanced), and other fleet and assigned organizational units deployed from or homeported at CBC Gulfport, and to perform such other functions and tasks as may be assigned by higher authority.
We support operating units of the Naval Construction Force and other tenants which includes the Reserve units.
The Seabees have been the military construction arm of the U.S. Navy since 1942. The first Seabees were civilian construction workers who enlisted early in World War II to continue building for the Navy in the Pacific Theater and in Europe. Their accomplishments during the war are legendary. On August 17, 1990, 10 days after the commencement of Operation Desert Shield, the first Seabees arrived in Saudi Arabia. By October 18, 1990, the entire mobilization of Seabees was complete and encompassed 2,410 Seabees, 1,131 pieces of equipment, and 12,000 short tons of materials. Three full Reserve Seabee battalions and portions of two others were reactivated in support of the Persian Gulf War. They served in Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003 and were stationed in Southwest Asia in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom II.
Seabees deployed to Pensacola, Florida in September of 2004 in response to Hurricane Ivan's destruction to the Naval Air Station. The Seabees were greeted with cheers as they arrived with heavy equipment and chainsaws to clear away hurricane debris, repair roads, erect tents and help their fellow service members. Learn more about the history of the installation at homepage.
Local area population estimate [2024] is 420,782 in the Gulfport-Biloxi Metro Area. Gulfport, Mississippi's estimated population is 72,807 according to the most recent United States Census Bureau and the 2nd largest city in Mississippi based on official 2024 estimates.
The Center serves 4,400 active duty Naval personnel and their families and 6,400 retirees and their families. There are also 1000 DoD Civilians. We receive and service Air Force members from Keesler Air Force Base, Marines and all branches of the reserves. NCBC also serves a moderate sized population from the Coast Guard.
Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC) Gulfport is located in Harrison County in the city of Gulfport, Mississippi on the Gulf of Mexico. The area is pro-military and heavily populated with active duty Navy and Air Force personnel as well as reservists and retirees. Gulfport is a medium income community and in comparison with some duty stations will be much less expensive to live. Gulfport, along with Biloxi, Pascagoula, Ocean Springs and Bay St. Louis, is one of the cities that line the beachfront of Mississippi. New Orleans, Louisiana is only 90 miles west. The base operator's phone number is 228-871-2555 or the DSN 312-868-2555.
Local Airports The closest commercial airport is the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. Airlines servicing Gulfport-Biloxi Airport include: American Airlines, Delta Airlines, United Airlines, Allegiant Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Allegiant Airlines and Breeze Airways. Taxi Cabs do service NCBC Gulfport from the airport and will cost an average of $25-$30. There is also an airport in New Orleans approximately one hour west of NCBC, Gulfport. Most major carriers including American, United, and Southwest Airlines serve the New Orleans Airport.
Mobile, AL also hosts a regional airport and is approximately 1 hour east of NCBC, Gulfport
Shuttle Service
Please contact your sponsor and advise them of your estimated arrival time and flight information if applicable prior to your arrival at NCBC, Gulfport.
Driving DirectionsTake the I-10 Exit 34A to HWY 49 South towards HWY 90 (the beach) turn right on Pass Road. This road (Pass Road) dead ends at the main gate. The Visitor and Pass office is located on the right at the Pass Road gate. If you need a visitor pass you must go to Pass Road gate.From the AirportTake HWY 49 South until the Naval Construction Battalion road sign is seen. Take a right on Pass Road and this will lead you into Gate #2. The Visitor and Pass office is located at the Pass Road gate. If you need a visitor pass you must go to Pass Road gate.
Currently, there is no base transportation on this installation.
NCBC Quarterdeck 228-871-2555, or DSN 312-868-2555