ZIP Code 38603, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38603 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38603 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Benton County / Tippah County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,530. The land area covers 136.70 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,530 | ±363 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.9 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,174 | ±206 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,797 | ±237 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,174 | ±206 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 623 | ±211 |
| Median Home Value | $143,400 | ±$36,975 |
| Median Gross Rent | $646 | ±$248 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $43,676 | ±$14,159 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,221 | ±$3,275 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.9% | ±9.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 534 | ±248 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 833 | ±178 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 73.8% | ±6.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF BENTON
GUS Population: 7,566 (2024)
ID: 107381
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CENSUS COORDINATOR
PO BOX 218, ASHLAND MS 38603-0218
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Ashland, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Ashland, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashland, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Blue Mountain, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-13 | Falkner, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Grand Junction, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Moscow, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | POTTS CAMP, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Middleton, TN | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | Ripley, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Fosters Cosmetology College
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College Vocational | 13.0 mi away | 1813 Hwy 15 N, Ripley, MS, 38663-0066 |
6628379334
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BOND MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 247 COURT STREET, ASHLAND, MS, 38603 |
(662) 224-6400
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Blue Mountain Christian University
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College | 13.8 mi away | 201 W Main St, Blue Mountain, MS, 38610 |
6626854771
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RIPLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 308 NORTH COMMERCE STREET, RIPLEY, MS, 38663 |
(662) 837-7773
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Rust College
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College | 18.0 mi away | 150 Rust Avenue, Holly Springs, MS, 38635 |
6622528000
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BLUE MOUNTAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 125 SOUTH RAILROAD AVE, BLUE MOUNTAIN, MS, 38610 |
(662) 685-4559
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GRAND JUNCTION COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 530 MADISON AVENUE WEST, GRAND JUNCTION, TN, 38039 |
(731) 764-2716
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WALNUT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 650 NORTH MAIN STREET, WALNUT, MS, 38683 |
(662) 223-6768
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HICKORY FLAT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 260 OAK STREET, HICKORY FLAT, MS, 38633 |
(662) 333-7663
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CHALYBEATE LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 2501-A HIGHWAY 354, WALNUT, MS, 38683 |
(662) 223-4621
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ASHLAND, MS US, located 1.0 miles from ZCTA5 38603. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.0° | 28.7° | 38.9° | 4.62" | 1.0" |
| February | 53.7° | 32.1° | 42.9° | 5.22" | 0.7" |
| March | 62.3° | 39.4° | 50.9° | 5.74" | 0.3" |
| April | 71.5° | 48.4° | 60.0° | 5.87" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.2° | 58.3° | 68.8° | 5.22" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.0° | 66.0° | 76.0° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.8° | 69.1° | 79.0° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.2° | 67.1° | 78.1° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.4° | 60.2° | 72.3° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.5° | 48.9° | 61.2° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.4° | 37.8° | 49.6° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| December | 52.0° | 32.2° | 42.1° | 6.00" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland town | Town | 2.2 mi | — |
| Snow Lake Shores town | Town | 5.8 mi | — |
| Lamar CDP | CDP | 10.7 mi | — |
| Falkner town | Town | 11.0 mi | — |
| Blue Mountain town | Town | 13.7 mi | — |
| Ripley city | City | 14.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38603. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.