ZIP Code 38668, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38668 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38668 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Panola County / Tate County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,791. The land area covers 160.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,791 | ±929 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.8 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,364 | ±379 | 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 | 5,552 | ±380 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,364 | ±379 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 188 | ±147 |
| Median Home Value | $235,200 | ±$18,511 |
| Median Gross Rent | $960 | ±$116 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,827 | ±$6,469 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,174 | ±$2,361 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,461 | ±593 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,604 | ±622 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.9% | ±2.7% |
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 PANOLA
GUS Population: 32,764 (2024)
ID: 168585
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 807, BATESVILLE MS 38606-0807
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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 | Coldwater, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | COMO, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | COLDWATER, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | SARDIS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Coldwater, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 04-12 | COMO, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | COMO, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SARDIS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Como, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | Senatobia, 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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Northwest Mississippi Community College
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College | 3.8 mi away | 4975 Hwy 51 N, Senatobia, MS, 38668-1714 |
6625623200
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SENATOBIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 222 WARD STREET, SENATOBIA, MS, 38668 |
(662) 562-6791
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EMILY JONES POINTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 104 MAIN STREET, COMO, MS, 38619 |
(662) 526-5283
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JESSIE J. EDWARDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 610 EAST CENTRAL AVENUE, COLDWATER, MS, 38618 |
(662) 622-5573
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SARDIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 101 MCLAURIN STREET, SARDIS, MS, 38666 |
(662) 487-2126
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FIRST REGIONAL LIBRARY WORDS ON WHEELS BOOKWAGON
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 320 WEST COMMERCE STREET, HERNANDO, MS, 38632 |
(662) 429-4439
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HERNANDO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.7 mi away | 370 WEST COMMERCE STREET, HERNANDO, MS, 38632 |
(662) 429-4439
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SAM LAPIDUS MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 108 MISSOURI STREET, CRENSHAW, MS, 38621 |
(662) 382-7479
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BATESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 206 HIGHWAY 51 NORTH, BATESVILLE, MS, 38616 |
(662) 563-1038
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RUTH B. FRENCH LIBRARY
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Library | 23.2 mi away | 161 HIGHWAY 309, BYHALIA, MS, 38611 |
(662) 838-4024
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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 SENATOBIA, MS US, located 3.7 miles from ZCTA5 38668. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.6° | 30.8° | 41.2° | 4.67" | 0.1" |
| February | 55.1° | 34.0° | 44.5° | 4.99" | 0.2" |
| March | 64.1° | 42.0° | 53.1° | 5.51" | 0.0" |
| April | 73.4° | 50.8° | 62.1° | 6.05" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.0° | 60.0° | 70.5° | 5.85" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.9° | 67.4° | 78.1° | 4.75" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.3° | 71.2° | 81.3° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.6° | 69.7° | 80.6° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.9° | 62.4° | 74.1° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| October | 75.2° | 49.5° | 62.3° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.6° | 40.1° | 51.9° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.6° | 33.4° | 43.5° | 5.88" | 0.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senatobia city | City | 3.8 mi | — |
| Como town | Town | 5.5 mi | — |
| Coldwater town | Town | 7.6 mi | — |
| Independence CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Sardis town | Town | 10.7 mi | — |
| Strayhorn CDP | CDP | 13.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38668. • 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.