ZIP Code 38685, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38685 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38685 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lafayette County / Marshall County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,301. The land area covers 83.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | ±430 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 61.4 yrs | ±12.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 586 | ±176 | 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 | 677 | ±185 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 586 | ±176 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 91 | ±59 |
| Median Home Value | $124,100 | ±$96,774 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $41,210 | ±$14,773 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,978 | ±$20,289 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.4% | ±9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 252 | ±144 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.2% | ±7.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 454 | ±217 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 64% | ±15.6% |
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 LAFAYETTE
GUS Population: 59,843 (2024)
ID: 168576
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMIN
PO BOX 1240, OXFORD MS 38655-1240
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | HOLLY SPRINGS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | HOLLY SPRINGS, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 10-12 | HOLLY SPRINGS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Holly Springs, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | HOLLY SPRINGS, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Holly Springs, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Holly Springs, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Holly Springs, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | POTTS CAMP, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Oxford, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Rust College
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College | 12.9 mi away | 150 Rust Avenue, Holly Springs, MS, 38635 |
6622528000
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POTTS CAMP LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 20 SOUTH CENTER STREET, POTTS CAMP, MS, 38659 |
(662) 333-7068
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University of Mississippi
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College | 16.0 mi away | Oxford, Mississippi, University, MS, 38677-1848 |
6629157211
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MARSHALL COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 109 EAST GHOLSON AVENUE, HOLLY SPRINGS, MS, 38635 |
(662) 252-3823
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LAFAYETTE COUNTY & OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 401 BRAMLETT BOULEVARD, OXFORD, MS, 38655 |
(662) 234-5751
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HICKORY FLAT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 260 OAK STREET, HICKORY FLAT, MS, 38633 |
(662) 333-7663
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NANCE-MCNEELY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 1080 MEGGINSON LANE, MYRTLE, MS, 38650 |
(662) 988-2895
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RUTH B. FRENCH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 161 HIGHWAY 309, BYHALIA, MS, 38611 |
(662) 838-4024
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BOND MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 24.2 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 UNIVERSITY, MS US, located 15.4 miles from ZCTA5 38685. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.3° | 30.6° | 41.4° | 5.13" | 0.8" |
| February | 57.1° | 33.8° | 45.4° | 5.82" | 0.2" |
| March | 65.8° | 41.2° | 53.5° | 5.61" | 0.1" |
| April | 74.2° | 48.9° | 61.6° | 6.30" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.0° | 58.9° | 70.4° | 5.35" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.6° | 66.8° | 77.7° | 5.22" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.3° | 70.2° | 80.7° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.0° | 68.6° | 79.8° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.2° | 61.6° | 73.9° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| October | 76.1° | 49.2° | 62.6° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.3° | 39.5° | 51.9° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.0° | 33.3° | 44.2° | 6.45" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Abbeville town | Town | 6.2 mi | — |
| Bethlehem CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Potts Camp town | Town | 11.1 mi | — |
| Holly Springs city | City | 13.0 mi | — |
| University CDP | CDP | 16.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38685. • 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.