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City	Gautier
State	Mississippi (MS)
County	Jackson County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	30.406214
Longitude	-88.659341
Population	19,024
Density	242.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	39553
Area Code	228
County Seat	Pascagoula
School District	Pascagoula-Gautier School District

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About Gautier, Mississippi

Gautier is a locality in Jackson County, Mississippi, United States. It has a population of 19,024. The population density is 242.8 people per km². Gautier is located at 30.4062°N, 88.6593°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Gautier is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 39553.

Gautier stretches across a landscape where the brackish scent of the tide meets the dense, humid stillness of the southern woods. It lies 3.6 miles west-northwest of Pascagoula, MS (from Pascagoula, MS: bearing 293°T), and is situated 4.9 miles west-southwest of Moss Point. The Mary Walker Bayou carves a winding path through the terrain, its dark waters reflecting the heavy, golden light that settles over the marshland at dusk. Beyond the shoreline, the Gulf of Mexico exerts a subtle, tidal influence on the local atmosphere, keeping the air thick with salt and moisture. The Pascagoula River Marsh Coastal Preserve provides a vast, protected expanse of wild greenery where the earth seems to breathe with the rhythm of the rising water. Farther out, the Twin Islands linger on the horizon, appearing as distant, quiet silhouettes against the vast expanse of the sky.

Gautier grew from the quiet expansion of early coastal settlements, finding its economic footing in the rhythmic cycles of industry and maritime trade. The local economy draws strength from the nearby shipyards and regional manufacturing, which provide a steady pulse to the working life of the residents. Long ago, the timber and naval stores industries defined the labor here, leaving behind an enduring legacy of resourcefulness and resilience. Today, the commercial activity remains tied to the water, with the flow of trade moving steadily through the low-lying corridors of the coast. This is a place where the work is often done in the open air, shaped by the practical needs of a population that has long lived in balance with the surrounding tides.

Gautier maintains a cultural character defined by a slow, deliberate pace that honors its heritage while looking toward the horizon. Residents often gather near the water to watch the sun descend, finding beauty in the way the light fractures across the surface of the Mary Walker Bayou. The town hosts community events that highlight the local traditions, bringing neighbors together under the shade of ancient oaks and Spanish moss. Among those who have called this region home, the author Walter Anderson stands out for his profound artistic connection to the natural world of the coast. His work captures the raw, flickering spirit of the landscape, serving as a reminder of the quiet inspiration that Gautier offers to those who observe it closely.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Pascagoula River Marsh Coastal Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 0.5 mi, 092° E
Pascagoula River Coastal Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 0.5 mi, 093° E
Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 0.5 mi, 001° N · 57k acres
Graveline Bay Coastal Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 1.4 mi, 208° SW
Graveline Bay Coastal Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 208° SW
Shepard State Park (State Park) — 1.9 mi, 144° SE
Ball Park (Local Recreation) — 2.2 mi, 160° S
Mississippi Sandhill Crane Nwr Macrosite Fee (Conservation Area) — 4.6 mi, 303° NW
Mississippi Vietnam Memorial (Monument) — 6.4 mi, 272° W
Gulf Islands National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 7.0 mi, 266° W · 213k acres
Mitchell Park Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 7.7 mi, 121° SE
William Faulkner's summer house (Monument) — 7.8 mi, 124° SE
Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 7.8 mi, 265° W
Captain Calhoun's Anchor (Public Artwork) — 9.0 mi, 114° SE
Farm Service Agency Interest Of Ms (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.8 mi, 049° NE · 20k acres
Gulf Islands Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 11.2 mi, 194° S · 3,896 acres
Biloxi Little Theater (Theatre) — 13.1 mi, 268° W
De Soto National Forest (National Forest) — 13.6 mi, 311° NW · 532k acres
Saenger Theater for the Performing Arts (Arts Centre) — 13.8 mi, 267° W
Ship Island Light (Historic Ruins) — 22.7 mi, 234° SW
St. Patrick Theatre (Theatre) — 23.8 mi, 295° NW
TrainTastic (Museum) — 24.0 mi, 267° W
Ship Island Excursions (Attraction) — 25.8 mi, 264° W
World’s “Largest Rocker” (Attraction) — 28.7 mi, 277° W
Lance Lumpkin Stadium (Stadium) — 29.3 mi, 263° W
Island Fire Glass Art Gallery and Espresso Bar (Gallery) — 32.8 mi, 082° E
Oakleigh (Museum) — 40.4 mi, 062° NE
Sweet Dreams Haunted Attraction (Attraction) — 41.0 mi, 061° NE
Phoenix Fire Museum (Museum) — 41.5 mi, 062° NE
Bell UH-1 (Attraction) — 42.7 mi, 063° NE

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