ZIP Code 38683, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38683 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38683 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Alcorn County / Benton County / Tippah County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,952. The land area covers 134.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,952 | ±729 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs | ±5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,552 | ±282 | 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 | 2,062 | ±302 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,552 | ±282 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 510 | ±221 |
| Median Home Value | $116,100 | ±$19,299 |
| Median Gross Rent | $547 | ±$373 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $39,107 | ±$5,885 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,834 | ±$3,303 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.1% | ±8.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 833 | ±380 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | ±5.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,600 | ±341 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 76.5% | ±8.4% |
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 ALCORN
GUS Population: 34,228 (2024)
ID: 168561
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHANCERY CLERK AND PURCHASE CLERK
PO BOX 69, CORINTH MS 38835-0069
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Walnut, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-13 | Falkner, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Corinth, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Corinth, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Corinth, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Middleton, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Middleton, TN | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | Ripley, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Ramer, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | 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 | 13.4 mi away | 1813 Hwy 15 N, Ripley, MS, 38663-0066 |
6628379334
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CHALYBEATE LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 2501-A HIGHWAY 354, WALNUT, MS, 38683 |
(662) 223-4621
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Corinth Academy of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 18.9 mi away | 509 Cruise St, Corinth, MS, 38834 |
6622869200102
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WALNUT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 650 NORTH MAIN STREET, WALNUT, MS, 38683 |
(662) 223-6768
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Blue Mountain Christian University
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College | 20.7 mi away | 201 W Main St, Blue Mountain, MS, 38610 |
6626854771
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MIDDLETON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 110 BOLTON AVENUE, MIDDLETON, TN, 38052 |
(731) 376-0680
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Northeast Mississippi Community College
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College | 24.8 mi away | 101 Cunningham Blvd, Booneville, MS, 38829 |
6627287751
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RIPLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 308 NORTH COMMERCE STREET, RIPLEY, MS, 38663 |
(662) 837-7773
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CORINTH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 1023 FILLMORE STREET, CORINTH, MS, 38834 |
(662) 287-2441
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BOND MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 247 COURT STREET, ASHLAND, MS, 38603 |
(662) 224-6400
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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 CORINTH 7 SW, MS US, located 14.0 miles from ZCTA5 38683. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.2° | 30.4° | 39.8° | 4.89" | 0.4" |
| February | 54.0° | 33.5° | 43.7° | 5.01" | 0.3" |
| March | 63.0° | 40.1° | 51.6° | 5.42" | 0.0" |
| April | 72.6° | 48.4° | 60.5° | 5.54" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.2° | 58.2° | 69.2° | 5.67" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.9° | 66.0° | 76.5° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.0° | 69.7° | 79.9° | 4.57" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.7° | 68.0° | 78.9° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.5° | 60.5° | 72.5° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.7° | 48.2° | 61.0° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.4° | 37.7° | 49.6° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| December | 52.1° | 33.2° | 42.6° | 6.32" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chalybeate CDP | CDP | 0.9 mi | — |
| Walnut town | Town | 4.1 mi | — |
| Essary Springs CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Falkner town | Town | 8.5 mi | — |
| Pocahontas CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| Middleton city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38683. • 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.