ZIP Code 38703, Mississippi
ZIP Code 38703 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 38703 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bolivar County / Washington County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,028. The land area covers 141.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,028 | ±1,201 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs | ±4.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,280 | ±390 | 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 | 5,264 | ±373 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,280 | ±390 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 984 | ±197 |
| Median Home Value | $85,700 | ±$7,145 |
| Median Gross Rent | $875 | ±$77 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $44,291 | ±$4,713 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,719 | ±$2,214 |
| Poverty Rate | 24% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,565 | ±538 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.5% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,266 | ±578 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 49.3% | ±6.2% |
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 BOLIVAR
GUS Population: 28,395 (2024)
ID: 168563
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
PO BOX 698, CLEVELAND MS 38732-0698
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Greenville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Greenville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Greenville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | LELAND, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Greenville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Greenville, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LAKE VILLAGE, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | LAKE VILLAGE, AR | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | LELAND, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LELAND, 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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Upper Kutz Barber & Style College
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College Vocational | 5.5 mi away | 813 Highway 1 South, Greenville, MS, 38701-5962 |
6628078707
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ALFRED RANKINS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 315 MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD., METCALFE, MS, 38760 |
(662) 335-0212
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WILLIAM ALEXANDER PERCY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 341 MAIN STREET, GREENVILLE, MS, 38701 |
(662) 335-2331
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LELAND LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 107 NORTH BROAD STREET, LELAND, MS, 38756 |
(662) 686-7353
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BENOIT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 109 WEST PRESTON STREET, BENOIT, MS, 38725 |
(662) 742-3112
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LAKE VILLAGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 108 CHURCH STREET, LAKE VILLAGE, AR, 71653 |
(870) 265-6116
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ARCOLA LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 106 MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, ARCOLA, MS, 38722 |
(662) 827-5262
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AVON LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 874 RIVERSIDE ROAD, AVON, MS, 38723 |
(662) 332-9346
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LEONARD EVANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 117 SOUTH FREEMAN STREET, DERMOTT, AR, 71638 |
(870) 538-3514
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MCGEHEE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 211 NORTH 4TH STREET, MCGEHEE, AR, 71654 |
(870) 222-4097
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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 GREENVILLE ASOS, MS US, located 3.9 miles from ZCTA5 38703. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53.0° | 35.1° | 44.1° | 4.49" | — |
| February | 57.9° | 37.9° | 47.9° | 4.72" | — |
| March | 66.0° | 45.2° | 55.6° | 4.71" | — |
| April | 74.5° | 53.5° | 64.0° | 5.01" | — |
| May | 82.7° | 62.4° | 72.5° | 3.79" | — |
| June | 89.4° | 69.3° | 79.4° | 3.32" | — |
| July | 92.5° | 72.4° | 82.4° | 3.18" | — |
| August | 92.3° | 70.9° | 81.6° | 2.83" | — |
| September | 88.0° | 64.0° | 76.0° | 3.62" | — |
| October | 77.2° | 53.0° | 65.1° | 4.22" | — |
| November | 64.7° | 42.4° | 53.5° | 4.01" | — |
| December | 55.2° | 37.1° | 46.2° | 5.10" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winterville CDP | CDP | 1.9 mi | — |
| Metcalfe town | Town | 3.4 mi | — |
| Greenville city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Scott CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Stoneville CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| Elizabeth CDP | CDP | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 38703. • 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.