Diberville, Mississippi Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

D’Iberville is a city located in Harrison County, Mississippi. It is part of the Gulfport-Biloxi metropolitan area and has a population of 8,867 as of 2019. The city was named after Pierre Le Moyne d’Iberville, a French explorer who explored the area in 1699.

D’Iberville is home to several public parks and recreational areas, including Lighthouse Park, which offers stunning views of the Mississippi Sound; Veterans Memorial Park; and Wolf River Park. The city also has two golf courses – Timberton Golf Club and Lost Rabbit Golf Club – as well as a number of public tennis courts. There are also several community events that take place throughout the year, such as the D’Iberville Summerfest and the Christmas Parade.

The economy in D’Iberville is primarily driven by tourism, with many visitors coming to enjoy the beaches and other attractions in the area. There are also a number of businesses located in D’Iberville that provide jobs for local residents, including retail stores, restaurants, hotels, banks, insurance companies and more. In addition to this, there are several industrial parks located within city limits that provide employment opportunities for those looking for work in manufacturing or other trades.

Education is important to D’Iberville residents – there are two public school districts within its boundaries: Harrison County School District and Biloxi Public Schools. Both districts offer excellent educational opportunities to students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. In addition to these schools, there are also several private schools located within D’Iberville that cater to specific interests or needs such as religious instruction or special education services.

D’Iberville has something for everyone – from its beautiful natural surroundings to its bustling economy – making it an attractive place for both visitors and residents alike! Whether you’re looking for outdoor recreation or an enjoyable night out on the town with friends or family members – D’Iberville can provide it all! With its unique combination of attractions and amenities – you’re sure to find something fun to do no matter what your interests may be.

Population: 7,608. Estimated population in July 2024: 7,900 (+3.8% change)
Males: 3,794 (49.9%), Females: 3,814 (50.1%)

Harrison County

Zip code: 39532

Demographics

Median resident age: 33.5 years
Median household income: $34,700
Median house value: $75,100

Population by Race

Races in D’Iberville:

  • White Non-Hispanic (76.6%)
  • Black (11.4%)
  • Vietnamese (5.7%)
  • Hispanic (2.6%)
  • Two or more races (2.1%)
  • American Indian (1.3%)
  • Other race (0.9%)

Ancestries: French (11.4%), United States (10.7%), Irish (8.6%), English (6.3%), German (6.1%), Italian (4.1%).

Elevation: 15 feet

Land area: 4.7 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in D’Iberville

  • High school or higher: 78.5%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 8.0%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 2.5%
  • Unemployed: 6.8%
  • Mean travel time to work: 21.3 minutes

For population 15 years and over in D’Iberville city

  • Never married: 23.5%
  • Now married: 53.6%
  • Separated: 1.5%
  • Widowed: 5.2%
  • Divorced: 16.3%

5.2% Foreign born (4.3% Asia).

Population change in the 1990s: +1,090 (+16.7%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near D’Iberville:

  • SELECT SPECIALTY HOSPITAL-BILOXI (about 3 miles; BILOXI, MS)
  • GULF COAST MEDICAL CENTER (about 5 miles; BILOXI, MS)
  • BILOXI REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER (about 12 miles; BILOXI, MS)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to D’Iberville:

  • KEESLER AFB (about 3 miles; BILOXI, MS; Abbreviation: BIX)
  • GULFPORT-BILOXI INTL (about 12 miles; GULFPORT, MS; Abbreviation: GPT)
  • TRENT LOTT INTERNATIONAL (about 27 miles; PASCAGOULA, MS; Abbreviation: PQL)

Other public-use airports nearest to D’Iberville:

  • OCEAN SPRINGS (about 11 miles; OCEAN SPRINGS, MS; Abbreviation: 5R2)
  • VORTEX (about 18 miles; LONG BEACH, MS; Abbreviation: 35M)
  • DEAN GRIFFIN MEMORIAL (about 33 miles; WIGGINS, MS; Abbreviation: M24)

Amtrak stations near D’Iberville:

  • 3 miles: BILOXI (860 ESTERS BLVD.). Services: partially wheelchair accessible, public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service, public transit connection.
  • 15 miles: GULFPORT (1419 27TH AVE.). Services: partially wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to D’Iberville:

  • MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 24 miles; PERKINSTON, MS; Full-time enrollment: 6,329)
  • PEARL RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 53 miles; POPLARVILLE, MS; Full-time enrollment: 2,433)
  • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA (about 54 miles; MOBILE, AL; Full-time enrollment: 9,082)
  • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI (about 58 miles; HATTIESBURG, MS; Full-time enrollment: 12,541)
  • BISHOP STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 61 miles; MOBILE, AL; Full-time enrollment: 2,758)
  • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA-BALDWIN (about 71 miles; FAIRHOPE, AL; Full-time enrollment: 5,582)
  • JONES COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE (about 83 miles; ELLISVILLE, MS; Full-time enrollment: 4,072)