But we're working on one that will have multiple levels of living and recreational opportunities. I think it will be a great place to live, retired or not. Harrison County is one of 19 certified retirement communities in Mississippi. And while Hattiesburg led the state in this area by starting to recruit retirees before the state started its Hometown Retirement Mississippi program, Montgomery said she feels the Coast actually has more to offer retirees than Hattiesburg. But the Coast has a lot to offer, too.
Coastal areas are very popular places to live.
Gulf Shores plans a general retirement community, shopping area, a hotel, a conference center and up to ten golf courses. The initial phase would develop about 1,000 acres and include one golf course.