Residential Resources

Move to Jackson Country

How do I know if my gas service is turned on? Which cable service do I call? What newspapers can I subscribe to? How do I get a Mississippi driver license? Do I really want to get married; if so, what about a license? How much are the taxes? And, what about the schools?

You're adding yourself, and perhaps your family, to this growing County, and you need to know all these things and more. Page down or click on the bullets below and discover how simple it can be to get ready for your move to this Mississippi-friendly county. Also, check out a special report on our schools.

County and Municipal Services

COUNTY & MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENTS...

Jackson County, 228.769.3089

City of Gautier, 228.497.8000

City of Moss Point , 228.475.0300

City of Ocean Springs, 228.875.4236

City of Pascagoula, 228.938.6614

LAW ENFORCEMENT...

Enforcement is provided by each municipality and the County.

The following are non-emergency phone numbers.

Jackson County Sheriffs Department , 228.769.3063

Gautier Police Department, 228.497.2486

Moss Point Police Department, 228.475.1711

Ocean Springs Police Department, 228.875.2211

Pascagoula Police Department, 228.762.2211

FIRE PROTECTION...

Fire protection is provided by each municipality and a system of volunteer departments within the County. The following are non-emergency phone numbers.

Gautier Fire Department, 228.497.1656

Moss Point Fire Department, 228.475.8848

Ocean Springs Fire Department, 228.875.4063

Pascagoula Fire Department, 228.762.3066

DRIVER LICENSE...

Out-of-state driver's license is valid for 60 days. Newcomers must present current license and social security card to take the written exam at the Mississippi Highway Patrol Office at the Jackson County Fairgrounds in Pascagoula. The cost of the test and new license is $25. The license is valid for four years and expires on the drivers' birthday.

Call 228.769.3266

AUTOMOBILE TAGS...

Out-of-state auto tags are valid for 30 days. Newcomers from other Mississippi counties can use their current tag until its expiration date. Military personnel who are residents of other states may use their out-of-state tag, unless they establish residence in state, at which time a Mississippi tag must be purchased.

Call 228.769.3074

VOTER REGISTRATION...

All individuals 18 years or older may register, but voting privilege does not go into effect for 30 days after registering.

Call 228.769.3040

TAXES...

Residential property tax is due by February 1 without penalty. State residents with homestead exemption are allowed a 10% assessment and an additional credit based on the value of the home.

Call 228.769.3072

MARRIAGE LICENSE...

Parental consent is required for females and males under the age of 21. A blood test must be taken and application for marriage must be made within 30 days of taking the blood test. There is a 3 day waiting period and a valid drivers license or birth certificate is required at the time of application.

Call 228.769.3040

Utility Services

ELECTRICITY...

Mississippi Power, Pascagoula, 228.938.3910

Mississippi Power, Moss Point, 228.938.3910

Mississippi Power, Ocean Springs, 228.875.5471

Singing River Electric, 228.497.1313

NATURAL GAS...

Pascagoula, 228.938.0633

Moss Point, 228.475.0300

Ocean Springs, 228.896.7500

Gautier, 228.938.6623